Carne Asada Quesadillas (Steak Quesadillas) Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced bell pepper (red or green)
• salt and pepper according to taste.
• 2 8 inch flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheese (Oaxaca, Monterey Jack or mozzarella)
• 2 cups chopped carne asada meat
• Salsa or guacamole

Steps

1. 1

   Heat up a medium skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.

2. 2

   Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender (see tip #1). Add salt and pepper according to taste. Set aside when cooked.

3. 3

   Heat a separate large skillet or comal over medium heat. Place a flour tortilla and layer the ingredients on half of it: start with shredded cheese, sauteed veggies, then meat. Make sure to spread everything evenly.

4. 4

   Fold the other half of the tortilla over the steak mixture, pressing down gently.

5. 5

   Repeat the process with the remaining tortilla, veggies, cheese, and asada mixture.

6. 6

   Cook the tortilla for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is lightly browned and crispy.

7. 7

   Cut the steak quesadillas into wedges and serve hot.