Quesados
A delightful appetizer featuring creamy, cheesy filling wrapped in crispy tortillas, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (Lean) Tender and juicy, serves as a hearty base.
- 1 package Taco seasoning Adds a burst of flavor.
- 8 oz Cream cheese (Softened) Adds a luscious texture.
- 1 can Diced tomatoes and green chilies (Drained) Brings a refreshing kick.
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Melts into gooey perfection.
- 1 package Flour tortillas Soft and pliable to wrap the filling.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by browning the lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, until no longer pink.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over cooked beef and stir for a minute.
- Reduce heat to low and add softened cream cheese, stirring until melted and mixed.
- Fold in drained diced tomatoes and green chilies, stirring to combine.
Assembly
- Lay out a flour tortilla and spoon a generous amount of the beef and cream cheese mixture along the center.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of the filling.
- Fold sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll from the bottom to the top.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
Cooking
- In the same skillet, add oil and heat over medium-high.
- Place each rolled Quesados seam-side down and cook until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from skillet and let them rest on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Notes
For extra flavor, add chopped green onions or cilantro. A vegetarian option can be made with black beans instead of beef. Pair with sauces like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.