Indulge in the ultimate culinary delight with our Loaded Steak Quesadillas recipe, a perfect fusion of tender, juicy steak and gooey, melted cheese. This easy-to-make, yet incredibly flavorful dish offers a mouth-watering blend of seasoned steak, vibrant bell peppers, and onions, all encased in a crispy tortilla. Ideal for a family dinner, quick lunch, or a festive gathering, these steak quesadillas promise to be the highlight of your mealtime. With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, you can bring this restaurant-quality dish right to your kitchen. Get ready to savor each bite of this gourmet experience that combines convenience with luxury dining.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb steak (flank, skirt, or sirloin work well)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Season the steak with salt and pepper.
- Slice the onion and bell pepper into thin strips.
- Mince the garlic.
- Cook the Steak:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the steak and cook to your desired level of doneness (about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness).
- Once cooked, let the steak rest for a few minutes, then slice it against the grain into thin strips.
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed.
- Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until they are soft and slightly caramelized.
- Assemble Quesadillas:
- Lay out the flour tortillas.
- Sprinkle half of each tortilla with cheese, then arrange steak slices and sautéed vegetables on top of the cheese.
- Sprinkle another layer of cheese on top of the steak and vegetables.
- Fold the tortillas in half over the filling.
- Cook Quesadillas:
- Heat a clean skillet over medium heat.
- Cook each quesadilla until golden brown and crispy on both sides, and the cheese is melted (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Serve:
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges.
- Serve with your choice of toppings like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.
Enjoy your delicious loaded steak quesadillas! Feel free to adjust the ingredients according to your preferences.