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Steak Cheese Steak Quesadillas

Quick and satisfying steak quesadillas loaded with melted cheddar, sautéed peppers and onions — perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 count large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
  • 0.5 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter for crisping tortillas
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 0.5 count lime juiced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Season the sliced steak with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook steak slices for 2 to 3 minutes per side until just browned. Remove steak and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until softened and slightly caramelized, about 4 to 5 minutes. Squeeze lime juice over the vegetables and return the steak to the pan to briefly combine.
  • Wipe the skillet clean and reduce heat to medium. Melt a little butter in the skillet. Place one tortilla in the pan, sprinkle an even layer of shredded cheese over half the tortilla, add a portion of the steak and pepper mixture, then top with a little cilantro and more cheese.
  • Fold the tortilla over to form a half-moon and cook until the bottom is golden and the cheese begins to melt, about 1 to 2 minutes. Carefully flip and cook the other side for another 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to a cutting board, let rest 1 minute, then slice into wedges. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Serve hot with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor marinate the steak 30 minutes in a mixture of lime juice, salt and a pinch of cumin. Use a hot skillet for quick searing to keep the steak tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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