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Crispy Smash Burger Quesadilla

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A quick and easy recipe combining crispy smashed burgers with melty cheese inside a crispy tortilla, perfect for casual dinners or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 6–8 inch (15–20 cm) flour tortillas
  • 1 ½ cups (150 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup (75 g) finely chopped yellow onion
  • 8–10 dill pickle slices (optional)
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) softened butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Ketchup and mustard for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Shred the cheddar cheese, finely chop the onion, and slice the pickles. Preheat your skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until very hot.
  2. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 4 oz or 112 g each). Lightly season each portion with salt and pepper.
  3. Place one portion in the hot skillet. Use a spatula to press down firmly, smashing the beef into a thin patty about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick. Cook for 2-3 minutes until edges are crispy and browned. Flip and cook the other side for 1-2 minutes. Repeat with remaining patties. Transfer cooked patties to a plate.
  4. Lay one tortilla flat. Sprinkle ⅓ cup (35 g) shredded cheese evenly over half the tortilla. Layer two smashed patties on top, add a spoonful of chopped onions and 2-3 pickle slices. Sprinkle another ⅓ cup (35 g) cheese over the filling, then fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently.
  5. Wipe skillet clean and reduce heat to medium. Spread about 1 tbsp (14 g) softened butter on one side of the quesadilla. Place buttered side down in skillet. Butter the top side as well. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully and cook the other side for 3 minutes until cheese is melted and gooey.

Notes

Use a hot skillet for crispy edges. Butter both sides of the quesadilla for even crisping. Avoid microwaving leftovers to keep crispiness. Can swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based alternatives and use gluten-free tortillas if needed.

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