Description
Quesadilla Burgers are a tantalizing fusion of two beloved comfort foods: quesadillas and burgers. Picture biting into a crispy tortilla encasing juicy, seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and your choice of fresh toppings. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion—be it a lively backyard barbecue or a cozy family dinner—and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The customizable nature allows you to experiment with toppings like guacamole, salsa, and jalapeños, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor and texture. Elevate your dining experience with these scrumptious Quesadilla Burgers that promise to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup sour cream (for sauce)
- Hot sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and drain any excess fat. Stir in onion powder and garlic powder until well combined.
- Lay one tortilla flat; sprinkle half with cheddar cheese, add the beef mixture, top with more cheese, and fold the tortilla in half.
- Heat oil in another skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each folded tortilla until golden brown on both sides (about 3 minutes each).
- Mix sour cream with hot sauce in a bowl to create the dipping sauce.
- Slice the quesadilla burgers into wedges and serve warm with sauce and your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla burger (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg