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    Home » International » Mexican » Jalapeno Cheese Quesadilla

    Jalapeno Cheese Quesadilla

    Posted on April 12, 2018 · Last Updated on January 18, 2020 · By Srividhya G · 32 Comments

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    Yes, you read the title right. I am talking about jalapenos in the kid’s lunchbox series. Try this insanely delicious combination of jalapenos and cheese inside the warm and soft flour tortillas. Your kids might ask for second servings! Check out the recipe and see how I sneaked in this spicy jalapeno peppers and made this not-so-spicy Jalapeno Cheese Quesadilla.

    Grabbing the very first Jalapeno Cheese Quesadilla

    Last summer we had a backyard grilling party at my friend’s place, and that’s when vaandu tried this Jalapeno cheese quesadilla. Our friend gave him the option of plain cheese quesadilla, and grilled jalapeno cheese quesadilla and my brave boy decided to go with spicy one and tried that.

    I was bit worried, but again the boy gave my massive surprise by asking for seconds and thirds. Wondering what was I doing; I was seriously searching my jaws that fell when he asked for the second one.

    The jalapenos that my friend used were fresh ones. She plucked them in front of our eyes and deseeded and grilled them. I and M tried it as well. Oh boy, it was D.E.L.I.C.I.O.U.S. Jalapeno when combined with dairy, especially cheese makes it so good.

    Jalapeno Cheese Quesadilla served as a lunch box option

    No wonder, the jalapeno cheese dips are so favorite when compared to the others. It balances the spice at the same time you get the hint of jalapeno spiciness.

    The jalapeno addition opened up a lot of room for me to try and explore lot recipes with jalapenos of course with cheese combination. I am going to skip the diary. Deseeding helps a lot in reducing the heat and sautéing the peppers further helps and cuts down the spice. Also, I make sure I spread the jalapeno pieces evenly.

    For making two quesadillas, I used only half of the jalapeno pepper, approx. 1 tbsp when chopped. By the way, I had difficulties clicking the pictures because Vaandu couldn’t wait. So I had to rush and snapped only a few of them. The images may not be enticing, but I guarantee the dish inside is.

    Now here is how I prepared the Jalapeno cheese Quesadilla.

    Jalapeno Cheese Quesadilla Recipe

    A delicious not-so-spicy combination of Jalapenos and cheese inside the warm and soft flour tortillas.

    Ingredients:

    • Flour Tortillas – 2
    • Grated Cheese of your choice – as required (I used a handful for each tortilla, and also, I used organic shredded Mexican cheese blend for this)
    • Jalapeno – ½ (approx, 1 tbsp when chopped)
    • Oil – 1 tsp + ½ tsp

    Prep – Work:

    • Deseed the jalapeno and chop them roughly.
    • If you are using cheese blocks, grate the required amount.

    Method:

    • Heat a small pan or kadai and add one tsp of oil.
    • When the oil is hot, add the chopped jalapenos.

    Adding the chopped jalapenos

    • Saute until they turn light brown on both sides like below.

    Sauteing jalapenos until they turn light brown on both sides

    • Now heat a griddle or tawa and when it is hot, place the flour tortilla and spread ¼ tsp of oil.  Heat it for 20 seconds on one side and flip.

    Placing four tortilla on a heated griddle

    • Now reduce the heat thoroughly, and spread the cheese and then top it with the sauteed jalapeno pieces.

    Spreading cheese and topping with the sauteed jalapeno pieces

    • Fold it and press it and let it be on the pan until the cheese melts. 

    Packing:

    • I usually let the quesadillas to cool a bit. A luke-warm stage will be the perfect one. 
    • Cut the quesadillas into triangles.
    • Spread a tissue on the lunch box and place the quesadillas on top and close it with the lid.

    Closeup on the Jalapeno Cheese Quesadilla in a lunch box

    Notes:

    • If needed you can add some salt while sauteing the jalapenos. But I did not add.
    • Also, before spreading the cheese, you can add some taco sauce or even mayo and then add the cheese. Mayo and taco sauce adds more flavor to the quesadilla.
    • This recipe is just a basic version; I have two more quesadillas coming up. So stay tuned.
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    Jalapeno Cheese Quesadilla

    A delicious not-so-spicy combination of jalapenos and cheese inside the warm and soft flour tortillas.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Appetizer, Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 218kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Ingredients

    • 2 Flour Tortillas
    • Grated Cheese of your choice - as required I used a handful for each tortilla, and also, I used organic shredded Mexican cheese blend for this
    • ½ Jalapeno approx, 1 tbsp when chopped
    • 1 tsp Oil + ½ tsp

    Instructions

    Prep - Work:

    • Deseed the jalapeno and chop them roughly.
    • If you are using cheese blocks, grate the required amount.

    Method:

    • Heat a small pan or kadai and add one tsp of oil.
    • When the oil is hot, add the chopped jalapenos and saute until they turn light brown on both sides like below.
    • Now heat a griddle or tawa and when it is hot, place the flour tortilla and spread ¼ tsp of oil.  Heat it for 20 seconds on one side and flip. Now reduce the heat thoroughly, and spread the cheese and then top it with the sauteed jalapeno pieces.
    • Fold it and press it and let it be on the pan until the cheese melts.

    Packing:

    • I usually let the quesadillas to cool a bit. A luke-warm stage will be the perfect one.
    • Cut the quesadillas into triangles.
    • Spread a tissue on the lunch box and place the quesadillas on top and close it with the lid.

    Notes

    • If needed you can add some salt while sauteing the jalapenos. But I did not add.
    • Also, before spreading the cheese, you can add some taco sauce or even mayo and then add the cheese. Mayo and taco sauce adds more flavor to the quesadilla.
    • This recipe is just a basic version; I have two more quesadillas coming up. So stay tuned.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 412mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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    Comments

    1. preeti garg says

      June 19, 2018 at 3:06 am

      Quesdillas Looks so perfect and interesting filling.. good for spicy lover,

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 19, 2018 at 9:30 pm

        Thanks :-)

        Reply
    2. Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      May 08, 2018 at 7:45 pm

      5 stars
      This is exactly how my husband likes his quesadilla. In fact this was our lunch this afternoon. Love your choice for the alphabet.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        May 11, 2018 at 8:41 am

        :-) Thanks

        Reply
    3. Priya Srinivasan says

      May 03, 2018 at 11:02 am

      Lip-smacking good Vidhya! We live jalapeno, I use the pickled ones, I bet they taste yumm with the cheese!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        May 04, 2018 at 12:07 pm

        :-) Thanks Priya.

        Reply
    4. cookingwithsapana says

      May 01, 2018 at 3:31 am

      5 stars
      Jalapeno cheese quesadillas sound like a tasty and wonderful dish for breakfasts.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        May 01, 2018 at 9:23 am

        Thanks :-)

        Reply
    5. Mayuri Patel says

      April 26, 2018 at 2:30 am

      A nice combination jalapeño and cheese. Its ‘raining’ quesadillas on Day 10. Loving the different variations.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 26, 2018 at 1:46 pm

        ha ha true. Thanks

        Reply
    6. Srivalli Jetti says

      April 17, 2018 at 11:46 pm

      This is really such a sinful one Srividhya, I would love to dig into it right now!..

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 18, 2018 at 10:43 am

        :-) :-)

        Reply
    7. kalyani says

      April 16, 2018 at 1:54 am

      Lovely idea, Vidhya ! am so going to make this for my jalapeno crazy kid :)

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 16, 2018 at 10:41 am

        oh wow good to know your kid like Jalapenos too.

        Reply
    8. Sharmila - The Happie Friends Potpourri Corner says

      April 15, 2018 at 7:20 pm

      5 stars
      Such a easy and yummy lunchbox option!!Well made..

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 16, 2018 at 10:40 am

        Thanks, da.

        Reply
    9. Pavani says

      April 15, 2018 at 8:10 am

      5 stars
      I am thinking my 10 year old might love this. He recently started saying he wants spice in his food and he’s a big fan of cheese. I’m going to try this for him. It looks so cheesy, spicy and delicious.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 15, 2018 at 10:01 am

        Thanks, Pavani. Please do try and let me know how he liked it.

        Reply
    10. Gayathri Kumar says

      April 13, 2018 at 2:58 am

      That is an awesome lunch box recipe Vidhya. The combination of cheese and jalapenos in the quesadilla makes me hungry..

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 13, 2018 at 10:26 pm

        :-) :-) Thanks Gayathri.

        Reply
    11. manjulabharathkumar2016 says

      April 12, 2018 at 11:03 pm

      5 stars
      Omg this look fantastic vidhya and such an amazing combination for sure. When I read the title I knew this must be your boys unique taste buds which is making you post this for sure :D Wow these do look so D.E.L.I.C.I.O.U.S , I would love to have your vaandu’s lunch box it seems like our taste is similar :D

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 13, 2018 at 10:25 pm

        ha ha… Thanks Manjula. Ungaluku elladha lunch boxa? Pack panita pochu.

        Reply
    12. Vaishali Sabnani says

      April 12, 2018 at 8:48 pm

      I have to say I have been drooling all the while , while reading your post. Awesome !..such a simple breakfast yet so so delicious.. jalapenos and cheese make such a classic combo…yum.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 13, 2018 at 10:23 pm

        Thanks much, Vaishali.

        Reply
    13. Harini says

      April 12, 2018 at 7:52 pm

      5 stars
      Adding jalapenos to a quesadilla sounds very flavorful. My kids love their quesadillas to be warm and crisp. When they were younger it was easier but now they want many of these things warm.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 13, 2018 at 10:11 pm

        I can get that. Their preference keeps changing. Thanks, Harini.

        Reply
    14. Sandhiya says

      April 12, 2018 at 3:17 pm

      5 stars
      I was wondering about the same as you said when i read the tittle, Jalapeno in the kids lunch box ??? After reading your post, i’m now convinced that it may not be as spicy as it sounds :-) . So far, i hardly use jalapeno in my cooking, bookmarking this to try !!! Yum !!!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 13, 2018 at 10:10 pm

        Please try Sandhiya and you will be amazed for sure. I have one more recipe coming up with Jalapeno. :-)

        Reply
    15. Priya Suresh says

      April 12, 2018 at 2:08 pm

      Wowwing here, jalapeno cheese quesadilas tempts me a lot. Anything with cheese is definitely my kids favourite as well. Lipsmacking here. Excellent lunch box.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 13, 2018 at 10:09 pm

        Thanks a lot, Priya.

        Reply
    16. Padmajha PJ says

      April 12, 2018 at 8:57 am

      5 stars
      I was just drooling over Pavani’s Quesadilla and here you are with another mouth watering variation! Even I wouldn’t mind having this for lunch!!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 12, 2018 at 1:16 pm

        :-) :-) Thanks, PJ.

        Reply

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