Nigella’s Quesadilla

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 19

Nigella's Quesadilla - a cheesy, spicy delight perfect for a quick snack or a party appetizer

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 soft flour tortillas
	2 slices serrano ham or 2 slices prosciutto , preferred
	1/4 - 1/2 cup grated cheese , any type you like
	1/2 scallion , sliced fine
	3 -4 slices pickled jalapeno peppers , minced ( from a jar )
	1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

565

Sugar

Fat

36g

Nigella's Quesadilla is a twist on the classic Mexican dish that's perfect for a quick lunch or snack. This recipe calls for a soft flour tortilla filled with melted cheese, spicy jalapenos, and your choice of serrano ham or prosciutto. Easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, this dish is perfect for parties or as an appetizer before a Mexican-inspired meal. Serve hot and enjoy the cheesy, spicy goodness!

Instructions

1.	Lay the tortilla on a flat surface and arrange the ham/prosciutto on top.
2.	Sprinkle the cheese, scallions, and jalapeno peppers on top of the ham.
3.	Fold the tortilla in half.
4.	Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
5.	Cook the quesadilla until the cheese has melted and the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6.	Remove from pan, slice into wedges, and serve immediately.

PROS

Quick and easy to make, with only a few ingredients needed.

The combination of melted cheese, spicy jalapenos, and salty ham/prosciutto is irresistible!

CONS

This recipe is high in sodium due to the ham/prosciutto and cheese.

It may not be suitable for those avoiding or limiting these ingredients in their diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not a particularly healthy food, quesadillas can be made more nutritious by choosing whole grain tortillas and adding in veggies like bell peppers, onions, and spinach.
The jalapeno peppers in this recipe contain Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and capsaicin, which has been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding in pain relief.