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Classic BBQ Pork Quesadilla

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Tex-Mex
Servings 1 Large Quesadilla (2 servings)

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Griddle
  • Spatula
  • Knife and Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked pulled pork homemade or store-bought
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tbsp BBQ sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 tbsp butter or oil for cooking
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion optional
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the pork

  1. In a small bowl, toss the pulled pork with BBQ sauce to coat it evenly.

Assemble the quesadilla

  1. Lay one tortilla flat on a plate or cutting board. Sprinkle half of the cheese evenly over it. Spread the BBQ pork on top, followed by the red onion and cilantro (if using). Add the remaining cheese and top with the second tortilla.
    large flour tortilla laid flat on a wooden cutting board

Cook the quesadilla

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil. Once hot, place the assembled quesadilla in the pan. Cook for about 3–4 minutes, pressing down gently with a spatula.

Flip carefully

  1. When the bottom is golden brown, carefully flip the quesadilla using a large spatula. Cook for another 3–4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the second side is crispy.

Slice and serve

  1. Transfer to a cutting board and let it rest for a minute before slicing into wedges. Serve hot with sour cream, salsa, or extra BBQ sauce for dipping.