Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these cheesy potato quesadillas. Soft tortillas embrace fluffy, seasoned potatoes and gooey cheese, creating a mouthwatering experience that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and customize, these quesadillas are ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve them hot with your favorite dips for an unforgettable flavor explosion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium russet potatoes (about 300g)
- 4 medium flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Peel and dice the russet potatoes into small cubes. Boil in salted water for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- Sauté onions: While the potatoes cook, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent.
- Mash the mixture: Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash lightly with a fork, then mix in sautéed onions, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble quesadillas: Spread a generous portion of potato mixture on half of each tortilla and sprinkle with cheese before folding over.
- Cook quesadillas: Heat remaining oil in the skillet over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Slice into wedges and enjoy hot with salsa or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg