Smash Burger Quesadilla
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Recipe Intro From taylorjackzen
Burgers are a quintessential summer meal, but have you ever tried one on a quesadilla? These Smash Burger Quesadillas are a play on the viral Smash Burger Tacos and incorporate all of the flavors you’d find on a burger. From a homemade fry sauce to toppings galore, it’s a meal the whole family is sure to love.
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ingredients
For the Fry Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Red Gold Ketchup benefiting Folds of Honor
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dill pickle juice
- 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
ingredients
For the Quesadillas
- 1 pound ground beef
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 pack flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Diced tomatoes, for topping
- Diced onion, for topping
- Chopped lettuce, for topping
- Chopped dill pickles, for topping
Method
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle juice, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth. Adjust seasoning according to taste. Set aside.
Step 2
Take a handful of the beef mixture (about 1/2 cup) and evenly spread it over the tortillas, ensuring it reaches the edges.
Step 3
Preheat a griddle or skillet to 350°F.
Step 4
Drizzle olive oil onto the pan then sear the quesadillas with the meat side down for about 5 minutes.
Step 5
Flip them over, top with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and another tortilla.
Step 6
Sear for an additional 4 minutes.
Step 7
Flip again and sear for about 1 minute to ensure the cheese is melted and the tortilla is browned, then remove from heat.
Step 8
Repeat this process for all the quesadillas.
Step 9
Serve your quesadillas with tomatoes, onions, lettuce, pickles, and fry sauce on the side for dipping.