Description
These Tik Tok Famous Taco Quesadillas bring together the best taco flavors in a fun and unique folded quesadilla form. Each tortilla is divided into four quadrants filled with refried beans, seasoned taco meat, mashed avocado, and melted cheese, then folded into a compact triangle and pan-fried until golden and melty. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal that showcases a delicious blend of Tex-Mex ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 cup taco meat (use leftovers or prepare with ground beef, turkey, or chicken and taco seasoning)
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1-2 cups grated jack or cheddar cheese
- 1 large avocado
Base
- 4 burrito-size flour tortillas (room temperature)
Cooking Fat
- 2-3 tablespoons salted butter or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Tortilla: Lay a flour tortilla flat on your workspace. Using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, cut a single line from the center of the tortilla to its edge. Rotate the tortilla so the cut line points straight down.
- Divide into Quadrants: Visualize the tortilla as divided into four quadrants. Starting directly to the left of the cut is quadrant 1, then move clockwise to quadrants 2, 3, and 4.
- Fill Quadrant 1: Spread about 1/4 cup of refried beans evenly over quadrant 1, covering the whole section.
- Fill Quadrant 2: Place 1/4 cup of taco meat evenly across quadrant 2 in a single layer.
- Fill Quadrant 3: Lightly mash 1/4 of the large avocado and spread it over quadrant 3.
- Fill Quadrant 4: Sprinkle 1/4 to 1/2 cup of grated cheese over the final quadrant to the right of the cut line.
- Fold the Quesadilla: Fold quadrant 1 up onto quadrant 2, using the bean layer to prevent spillage. Then continue folding the quesadilla clockwise, folding each quadrant over the next until a compact triangular shape is formed.
- Cook the Quesadilla: In a medium saucepan or skillet, melt a small amount of butter over medium heat. Gently lift the folded quesadilla with a spatula and place it in the pan with the cheese side down (cheese will be the bottom layer).
- Brown One Side: Cook over medium or medium-low heat until the quesadilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt, carefully avoiding cheese leakage.
- Flip and Cook Other Side: Add a bit more butter to the pan or spread some on the exposed side of the quesadilla before flipping it over. Cook until the second side is also browned and the cheese has fully melted.
- Repeat: Repeat these steps to cook the remaining quesadillas.
Notes
- Each quadrant holds a different ingredient ensuring maximum flavor in every bite.
- Use any leftover taco meat or quickly prepare fresh with your preferred protein and taco seasoning.
- Room temperature tortillas fold more easily and prevent cracking.
- Butter helps achieve a golden, crispy exterior but vegetable oil can be used as a substitute for a lighter option.
- Adjust cheese quantity according to your preference for gooeyness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 554 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1026 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 88 mg
