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Beef Quesadillas with Guacamole and Sour Cream
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups of shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 1/4 cup of diced red onion
- 1/4 cup of diced tomato
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the thinly sliced beef sirloin to the skillet and season with 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the beef is cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mash the ripe avocado with 1 tablespoon of lime juice until smooth. Stir in the diced red onion, diced tomato, chopped fresh cilantro, and season with salt and pepper to taste. This is your guacamole.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place one flour tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle with 1/2 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend. Top with a quarter of the cooked beef and another 1/2 cup of shredded cheese. Place another tortilla on top.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and beef to make 4 quesadillas.
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve topped with a dollop of sour cream and a spoonful of guacamole. Enjoy!
Beef Quesadillas with guacamole and sour cream on top have a rich history rooted in Mexican cuisine. This beloved dish features tender, seasoned beef enveloped in a warm, crispy tortilla, complemented by the creamy goodness of guacamole and sour cream. Renowned chefs like Rick Bayless and Diana Kennedy have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique twists. In regions like Mexico City and Oaxaca, you can find exceptional versions of this dish, where the quality of the beef and the freshness of the guacamole are paramount. The key to a perfect beef quesadilla lies in the balance of flavors and textures, with the guacamole and sour cream adding a delightful creaminess to each bite. Whether enjoyed at a bustling street food stall or a high-end restaurant, this dish never fails to satisfy.
30 min
4
450 calories
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