Smashburger Quesadillas
Smashburger Quesadillas combine crispy tortillas with juicy beef and gooey cheese, perfect for a quick meal with customizable toppings.
Ingredients
For the Quesadillas
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended) Use high-fat ground beef for juicier burgers.
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 4 large flour tortillas (8–10 inch)
- 8 slices American, cheddar, or pepper jack cheese (or 2 cups shredded) Any cheese can be used based on preference.
Optional Toppings & Sauces
- caramelized onions
- sliced pickles
- jalapeños
- smash sauce
- chipotle mayo
- ketchup
- mustard
Instructions
Preparation
- Roll the ground beef into 4 equal balls (about 4 oz each) and season all sides with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
Cooking
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
- Place a tortilla on the skillet, set a beef ball in the center, and smash it flat (⅛–¼ inch thick) using a spatula or burger press.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes until the edges are crispy, then flip the tortilla.
- Place cheese slices directly on the hot beef, add any desired toppings, and fold the tortilla in half.
- Lower the heat to medium and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot with sauces for dipping.
Notes
If you have leftovers, let the quesadillas cool down before storing them. Place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, place them on a skillet over medium heat until warmed through and crispy again. Don't skip preheating the skillet for crispy texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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