Steak Quesadillas

Steak Quesadillas

from insanelygoodrecipes.com
25 min

These steak quesadillas are savory, satisfying, and so easy to make at home! Load them up with cheese and your favorite toppings for a true feast.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) steak (sirloin, flank, or skirt works best)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for cooking)
  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole
  • Salsa
  • Chopped cilantro

Directions

  1. 1

    Pat the steak dry with paper towels and rub it with olive oil. Season both sides with garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side (for medium-rare), or cook to your desired doneness.

  3. 3

    Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes. Thinly slice it against the grain into bite-sized pieces.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, add a little oil if needed, and sauté the onion and bell pepper until soft and lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  5. 5

    Lay a tortilla on a clean surface and sprinkle half of it with a layer of cheese. Add a layer of sliced steak, sautéed vegetables, and more cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

  6. 6

    Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter. Cook each quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  7. 7

    Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm. Top with sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or cilantro as desired.