Chipotle Spamdillas Recipe

Name: Chipotle Spamdillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups diced Spam; 1 cup julienned red onion; 1/2 cup julienned green pepper; 1/2 cup julienned red pepper; 4 tablespoons Chipotle Butter, recipe follows; 2 tablespoons white wine; 2 tablespoons canola or peanut oil; 4 (10-inch) flour tortilla; 16 ounces Cheddar, grated; 1/2 cup diced green chiles; Salsa, for garnish; Sour cream, for garnish; Guacamole, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 cups diced Spam
1 cup julienned red onion
1/2 cup julienned green pepper
1/2 cup julienned red pepper
4 tablespoons Chipotle Butter, recipe follows
2 tablespoons white wine
2 tablespoons canola or peanut oil
4 (10-inch) flour tortilla
16 ounces Cheddar, grated
1/2 cup diced green chiles
Salsa, for garnish
Sour cream, for garnish
Guacamole, for garnish

1
In a large frying pan, saute Spam and julienned vegetables in Chipotle Butter over medium-high heat until Spam is lightly browned and vegetables are softened.
2
Deglaze with white wine.
3
Coat another large frying pan with 1 to 2 tablespoons oil.
4
Rub tortillas in the pan to spread the oil, evenly coating each tortilla.
5
Remove tortillas from pan and allow pan to reach medium-high heat.
6
Divide cheese, chiles, and Spam mixture among tortillas.
7
Fold tortillas over, and place them in the pan.
8
Cook until cheese is melted.
9
Serve, garnished with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.
10
4 tablespoons canned chipotle chiles en adobo sauce, pureed
11
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
12
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
13
2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
14
4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
15
4 teaspoons tequila
16
Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper
17
In a mixing bowl, combine chipotle puree, garlic, and butter until mixture is smooth.
18
Add cilantro, lime juice, and tequila and stir or beat until uniformly blended.
19
Add salt and pepper, to taste.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups diced Spam, 1 cup julienned red onion, 1/2 cup julienned green pepper, 1/2 cup julienned red pepper, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Spamdillas falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chipotle Spamdillas

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