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Slow-Braised Quesadilla in Adobo
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Slow-Braised Quesadilla in Adobo

★★★★★ 4.3 (408 ratings)

A Slow-Braised Quesadilla, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served in Adobo.

Prep
14 min
Cook
32 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb quesadilla
  • 2 tbsp white onion
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • 3 cloves lime
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 cup corn tortillas
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the quesadilla generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the quesadilla and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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