Yam And Cotija Cheese Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Yam And Cotija Cheese Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large yams or 2 large sweet potatoes; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 red onions, julienned; 4 tablespoons honey; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 limes, juice of; 1 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste); 4 corn tortillas or 4 flour tortillas; 1 1/3 cups grated Cotija cheese

Servings: persons

1
Wash yams, cut a slit lengthwise on each yam; and microwave about 5 to 7 minutes or until done.
2
Heat oil in a medium saucepan, add onions with a pinch of salt and saute, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and carmelized, about 20 to 25 minutes.
3
Peel yams (now cooled down) and place in a mixing bowl, add honey, butter, lime juice, salt and pepper to taste; mash with a potato masher.
4
Toast tortilla in a dry cast-iron fry pan or comal.
5
To assemble quesadillas, lay toasted tortilla on a work surface, spread a layer of mashed yam over the surface, top with carmelized onions, and garnish with grated cotija cheese.
6
Just before serving, heat assembled quesadillas in the microwave, until warm.
7
Serve.

814

kcal

Calories

Fat

109

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.

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 large yams or 2 large sweet potatoes, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 red onions, julienned, 4 tablespoons honey, and more.

Yes, Yam And Cotija Cheese Quesadillas falls under the General 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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Yam And Cotija Cheese Quesadillas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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