Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Easy Steak Quesadillas, where crispy flour tortillas envelop juicy steak and melted cheese. Perfect for casual gatherings or a cozy night in, this simple recipe promises to impress with its vibrant flavors and satisfying crunch. In just a few easy steps, you’ll create a dish that brings smiles and compliments from friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 8 oz flank steak
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream (for serving)
- ½ cup salsa (for serving)
- ½ cup bell peppers, sliced
- ½ cup onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Steak: Season flank steak with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Sear steak for about 4-5 minutes per side until medium-rare. Let it rest before slicing thinly.
- 2. Sauté Veggies: In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers and onions. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until soft.
- 3. Assemble Quesadilla: Place one tortilla on the skillet, sprinkle half with cheese, layer sliced steak and sautéed veggies, then top with more cheese before folding the tortilla.
- 4. Cook Until Golden: Cook each side of the quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown, pressing gently with a spatula.
- 5. Serve: Remove from heat, slice into wedges, and serve with sour cream and salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg