Get ready to transform your dinner routine with the ultimate comfort food that'll make your taste buds dance! These Pulled Pork Carnitas Quesadillas aren't just another recipe - they're a flavor explosion waiting to happen. Imagine crispy golden tortillas stuffed with tender, succulent pulled pork and sweet caramelized onions, promising a meal that's both indulgent and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're hosting a game night, craving a quick family dinner, or looking to impress your friends, these quesadillas are about to become your new culinary superstar!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups pulled pork
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 2 onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream and salsa for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the caramelized onions first by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cook onions slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes until they turn golden brown and become soft and sweet. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, warm the pulled pork over medium heat, breaking it up and ensuring it's heated through completely.
- Lay out flour tortillas on a clean work surface. Sprinkle half of each tortilla with shredded cheese.
- Top the cheese with an even layer of warm pulled pork and caramelized onions.
- Fold the tortillas in half, creating a half-moon shape, pressing gently to seal.
- Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and carefully transfer quesadillas, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, then slice each quesadilla into triangles.
- Serve immediately with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.
Tips
- Caramelize onions low and slow - patience is key to developing deep, sweet flavor.
- Ensure your pulled pork is thoroughly heated before assembling quesadillas.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast-iron pan for the crispiest exterior.
- Don't overstuff your quesadillas - this prevents even cooking and can lead to torn tortillas.
- Press quesadillas gently while cooking to help them seal and create a crisp texture.
- Let quesadillas rest for a minute after cooking to help cheese set and prevent burning.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack for more complex flavor.
- Serve immediately with fresh sour cream and salsa for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 520kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 110mg
