If you love cheeseburgers as much as I do, you’re in for a treat!
Cheeseburger quesadillas are a mouthwatering fusion of two beloved comfort foods: the classic cheeseburger and the ever-popular quesadilla.
Imagine juicy, flavorful ground beef combined with gooey melted cheese and sweet caramelized onions, all wrapped up in a crispy tortilla.
And to top it off, there’s a tangy and creamy dipping sauce that perfectly complements the savory goodness. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe!
Ingredients
For the Quesadillas:
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for caramelizing onions)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt (for seasoning beef)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- Avocado cooking spray
- 8 flour tortillas
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese (or your favorite cheese)
For the Dipping Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped onions
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped pickles
- 2 tablespoons pickle juice
Instructions
Step 1: Caramelize the Onions
To start, we need to caramelize the onions to bring out their natural sweetness, adding a rich depth of flavor to our quesadillas.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter.
- Once the butter has melted, add the chopped onions and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until they become golden and caramelized. This should take about 15-20 minutes.
- Once done, set the caramelized onions aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Ground Beef
Next, let’s cook the ground beef to perfection, infusing it with bold flavors that will make our quesadillas irresistible.
- Heat another skillet over high heat.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and season with garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.
- Cook the beef until it is browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. This should take about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and yellow mustard, mixing well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Once cooked, set the beef mixture aside.
Step 3: Assemble the Quesadillas
Now comes the fun part—assembling and cooking the quesadillas!
- Spray a nonstick skillet with avocado cooking spray and heat over medium to low heat.
- Place a flour tortilla in the skillet.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of cheese on one side of the tortilla.
- Add a portion of the ground beef mixture on top of the cheese.
- Add some caramelized onions over the beef.
- Sprinkle more cheese on top, and then fold the tortilla in half.
- Cook the quesadilla on both sides until golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
Step 4: Make the Dipping Sauce
While the quesadillas are cooking, let’s whip up a quick and delicious dipping sauce.
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, finely chopped onions, finely chopped pickles, and pickle juice.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Once all the quesadillas are cooked, it’s time to serve and enjoy!
- Cut each quesadilla into triangles.
- Serve the quesadilla triangles with the dipping sauce on the side.
- Dip the quesadilla pieces into the sauce and savor every bite of this delightful fusion dish!
Conclusion
Cheeseburger quesadillas are a perfect blend of the best elements of cheeseburgers and quesadillas, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
The caramelized onions add a touch of sweetness, while the seasoned ground beef provides a robust flavor profile.
Combined with melted cheese and a crispy tortilla, every bite is a harmonious explosion of taste and texture.
The tangy dipping sauce ties everything together, making this dish an instant favorite. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the ultimate comfort food fusion!