Have some leftover Pork Chorizo and not sure what to do with it? How about some Crispy Chorizo Quesadillas. Super easy to make.
💭 What is Chorizo
If you are not familiar with Chorizo, it's spicy ground pork used in many Mexican dishes. Now while Chorizo tastes great, it isn't very diet-friendly.
While Chorizo is relatively high in protein, it's also high in calories, sodium and fat, making it something you shouldn't consume often if you are trying to lose weight.
🌶 How to Handle Hot Peppers
The capsaicin in hot peppers is what makes peppers hot. If you handle hot peppers gloveless, it’s a guarantee that you’re in for a nasty case of chili burn, both on your fingers and anywhere you rub. Like your face. Ouch!
Even if you wear disposable gloves, be careful about what you touch. The gloves are going to protect your fingers, but touching any part of your body with the gloves after you’ve handled hot peppers can lead to severe chili burn.
Resist the temptation to rub your eyes. Wait until you’ve removed your gloves and washed your hands thoroughly with soap.
🔥 How to Roast Poblano Peppers
Roasting Poblano Peppers might be a challenge for some especially if you've never done it before. But don't stress, I wrote an article on 3 different ways on How to Roast Poblano Peppers.
🧀 What is a Quesadilla
A quesadilla is a Mexican dish consisting of a tortilla filled primarily with cheese, and sometimes meats, beans, and spices, then cooked on a griddle.
Traditionally, a corn tortilla is used, but it can also be made with a flour tortilla, particularly in northern Mexico and the United States. You can read more about it here Quesadilla - Wikipedia.
For more great recipes made with Ground Chorizo, I suggest you check these recipes out:
📋 Gather your Ingredients
You will need the following ingredients to make this Chorizo Quesadilla recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Canola Oil, Chorizo, Red Onion, Poblano Pepper, Salt, Pepper, Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese and Tortillas.
🥣 How to make Crispy Chorizo Quesadillas
In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and the chorizo and cook until browned. Drain most of the liquid.
Return the skillet to the heat and add the onion and poblano pepper. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Divide the shredded cheese between 2 tortillas and top each with half of the vegetable chorizo mixture. Top with the remaining tortillas.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spray the pan with nonstick cooking spray and cook each quesadilla individually until the tortillas are brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges and serve with your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream and salsa.
📖 Recipe
Crispy Chorizo Quesadillas
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon Canola Oil
- 4 oz Ground Chorizo, or more to taste
- 1 small Red Onion, sliced
- 1 Poblano Pepper, roasted, seeded, sliced into thin strips
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 ½ Cups Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded
- 4 Flour Tortillas
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and the chorizo and cook until browned. Drain most of the liquid.
- Return the skillet to the heat and add the onion and poblano pepper. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide the shredded cheese between 2 tortillas and top each with half of the vegetable chorizo mixture. Top with the remaining tortillas.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spray the pan with nonstick cooking spray and cook each quesadilla individually until the tortillas are brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
- Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges and serve with your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream and salsa.
Nutrition
Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.
Fred
I loved this chorizo quesadilla was better than I could ever imagine.