Gringos
Indulge in the bold flavors of "Gringos," a quick and satisfying dish that combines perfectly seasoned ground beef, melty Mexican blend cheese, and crispy golden tortillas. This easy recipe transforms everyday ingredients like taco-seasoned beef, garlic, and onions into irresistible quesadillas, cooked to perfection in a buttery skillet. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking time, "Gringos" is the ultimate go-to for weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or casual gatherings. Serve them hot with optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro for an added punch of flavor. Whether you're craving comfort food or a fun, hand-held meal, these cheesy quesadillas will hit the spot every time. Perfect for a family-friendly feast or a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, finely diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- 6 pieces large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup (optional, for serving) sour cream
- 0.5 cup (optional, for serving) salsa
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the taco seasoning and water, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly evaporated. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly butter one side of a tortilla.
Place the tortilla butter-side-down in the skillet and sprinkle about 1/3 cup of shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.
Spoon a portion of the seasoned beef mixture over the cheese, then fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently with a spatula to seal.
Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, cheese, and beef mixture.
Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm with sour cream, salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1040 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 374 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
