Guadalajaran Swiss Chard Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Guadalajaran Swiss Chard Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 small onion, chopped (3/4 C); 2 garlic cloves, minced (2 tsp); 1 jalapenos or 1 serrano chili, minced; 1/4 teaspoon cumin seed; 1/8 teaspoon oregano; 1/4 cup tequila; 12 ounces swiss chard, trimmed; 8 (6 inch) corn tortillas; 1 cup light monterey jack cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in pot over medium heat; add onion and saute 5 minutes, until golden.
2
Stir in garlic, chile, cumin and oregano, and saute 2 minutes.
3
Add tequila and simmer 1 minute, or until liquid has evaporated.
4
Stir in chard; cover; reduce heat to medium low, and steam 5 minutes, or until chard wilts.
5
Uncover, and cook 3 minutes or until liquid has evaporated.
6
Place 1 tortilla in skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle with 1/4 C cheese; top with chard mixture and second tortilla.
7
Cook 2 minutes per side, or until browned. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
8
Slice into wedges and serve.

434

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 small onion, chopped (3/4 C), 2 garlic cloves, minced (2 tsp), 1 jalapenos or 1 serrano chili, minced, and more.

Yes, Guadalajaran Swiss Chard Quesadillas falls under the Vegetarian 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.

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Guadalajaran Swiss Chard Quesadillas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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