Dreamy Smashburger Quesadillas Recipe
These quesadillas combine the flavors of a smashburger with the convenience of a tortilla, creating a deliciously cheesy and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or a fun party snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup finely diced onions
- ½ cup sliced pickles
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- Cooking oil or butter for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Shape beef mixture into small balls and smash them into patties.
- Sear patties for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fully cooked.
- On one half of each tortilla, layer cooked patties, diced onions, sliced pickles, and cheese.
- Fold tortillas to create half-moon shapes and press down gently.
- In the skillet, add more oil or butter and cook folded quesadillas for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard to make the dipping sauce.
- Slice quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with the creamy sauce on the side.
Notes
Feel free to customize the fillings with your favorite toppings.