Smash Burger Quesadillas
450kcal
Ingredients
Beef Patties
- 1 lb ground beef Use high-quality beef for a juicy patty.
- to taste salt Season to taste for balanced flavor.
- to taste pepper Season to taste.
- 1 tsp onion powder Optional, adds sweetness.
- 1 tsp garlic powder Optional, adds aroma.
Quesadilla Assembly
- 4 slices cheese slices Choose your favorite cheese.
- 4 flour tortillas Large tortillas work best.
- 1 cup shredded cheese Enhances cheesy experience.
Toppings
- 1 cup lettuce Optional, adds crunch.
- 1 medium tomato Sliced, optional.
- 1/2 cup pickles Optional, for a tangy kick.
- 1 medium onion Sliced, optional.
- to taste ketchup Optional, classic condiment.
- to taste mustard Optional, add a zingy flavor.
Method
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your equipment by warming a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef to the hot skillet. Season generously with salt, pepper, and optional spices. Smash the beef down with a spatula to form thin patties. Cook for about 2–3 minutes until browned.
- Flip the patties carefully and place a slice of cheese on top of each one. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Place a tortilla in the skillet over medium heat. Evenly sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the tortilla.
- Layer the cooked smash burger patties on top of the cheese, adding desired toppings.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the filling, then top with a second tortilla.
- Cook for about 3–4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes.
- Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges, then serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
Serving1quesadillaCalories450kcalCarbohydrates35gProtein25gFat25gSaturated Fat10gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat2gCholesterol70mgSodium800mgPotassium400mgFiber2gSugar1gVitamin A500IUVitamin C5mgCalcium200mgIron3mg
Notes
Ensure to preheat the skillet correctly for optimal results. Avoid overcrowding the skillet and monitor cooking time carefully.