Best 4 Pork And Rice Quesadillas With Orange Salsa Recipes

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Pork and Rice Quesadillas with Orange Salsa: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Pork and Rice Quesadillas, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Savor the tender pork, perfectly seasoned with a delectable blend of spices, slow-cooked until fall-apart tender. Combine the savory pork with fluffy rice, aromatic cilantro, and a hint of zesty lime, creating a harmonious filling that is both comforting and incredibly flavorful.

Nestled within warm, golden tortillas, each quesadilla becomes a treasure trove of culinary delight. As you bite into the crispy exterior, the tantalizing aroma of melted cheese mingles with the savory pork and rice, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that dance on your palate. The tangy orange salsa, prepared with fresh oranges, red onion, jalapeños, and a touch of sweetness, adds a vibrant burst of flavor that perfectly complements the richness of the quesadillas.

Whether you're seeking a quick and easy weeknight meal or a delightful dish to share with friends and family, our Pork and Rice Quesadillas with Orange Salsa are sure to become a beloved favorite. From the tender, slow-cooked pork to the vibrant orange salsa, every element of this recipe is carefully crafted to deliver an unforgettable culinary experience. Join us on this flavor-filled journey as we delve into the step-by-step instructions and discover the secrets behind this delectable dish.

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LEFTOVER PORK QUESADILLAS



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Quesadillas are an excellent way to use up leftovers - like these scrumptious Leftover Pork Quesadillas. Cooked pork is combined with sausage, peppers, onion, seasonings and lots of cheese then stuffed inside flour tortillas and sautéed. Crispy on the outside, full of flavor on the inside. You can use just about any leftovers - pork, steak, chicken, shrimp, even chopped vegetables!

Provided by (By Lee Clayton Roper)

Categories     main dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 large yellow or red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 green or red bell pepper, thinly sliced
Mexican seasoning
2 cooked pork loin chops (around 1/2-inch thick), chopped
2 cooked small breakfast turkey sausages (like Jimmy Dean), chopped
2 8-inch flour tortillas
6 tablespoons shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
Greek yogurt or sour cream, for garnish
Tomato-Mango Salsa, or purchased, for garnish
Chopped avocado, for garnish
Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Spray a large skillet with olive oil (or nonstick cooking spray) and heat over medium heat.
  • Add the sliced onion and green pepper; sprinkle with Mexican seasoning and cook, stirring frequently, until soft.
  • Stir in the chopped cooked pork and turkey sausage and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, just until warmed through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the filling between the two flour tortillas and sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese on top of the filling. Fold the tortillas in half around the filling, and spray (or brush) the outside of the tortillas with olive oil.
  • Reheat the same large skillet (no need to clean it out) over medium heat. Add the stuffed tortillas side-by-side and cook until until lightly browned on the bottom, then flip them over and cook until lightly browned on the other side.
  • Cut each tortilla in half and serve with any or all of the recommended garnishes.

PORK QUESADILLAS WITH FRESH SALSA



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I threw this together one night when I was in the mood for quesadillas but didn't feel like going out. The homemade salsa is so fresh and wonderful, you'll absolutely want to double the recipe. -Adam Gaylord, Natick, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (3/4 cup salsa).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 each small green, sweet red and orange peppers, sliced
1 medium red onion, sliced
3/4 pound thinly sliced cooked pork (about 3 cups)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SALSA:
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 to 2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
QUESADILLAS:
4 flour tortillas (10 inches)
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers and onion; cook 4-5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in pork, salt and pepper; heat through. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine salsa ingredients. , Place tortillas on a griddle. Layer one-half of each tortilla with 1/4 cup cheese, 1 cup pork mixture and 2 tablespoons cheese; fold other half over filling., Cook over medium heat 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted. Cut into wedges. Serve with salsa.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 589 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 43g protein.

PULLED PORK QUESADILLA



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Use your leftover pulled pork in this perfect Mexican pulled pork quesadilla recipe! It wows with black beans, chiles, and melty cheese.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1.5 cups leftover slow cooker pulled pork (or your favorite BBQ pulled pork)
1 15-ounce can reduced sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 medium red onion (finely chopped)
1 4-ounce can diced green chiles in their juices
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro*
2 cups shredded cheddar (pepper jack, or Monterey jack cheese (I used cheddar))
8 8-inch flour tortillas
Nonstick spray (canola oil, or butter, for grilling the quesadillas)
Homemade BBQ sauce (or your favorite BBQ sauce)
Nonfat plain Greek yogurt ( or sour cream)
Chopped green onions (or cilantro)

Steps:

  • If you'd like to keep your quesadillas warm between batches, preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
  • To a large mixing bowl, add the pulled pork, black beans, red onion, green chiles, and cilantro.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Assemble the quesadillas and cook: Warm a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat the skillet with nonstick spray or lightly brush with olive oil. Lay a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 2 tablespoons cheese over half. Top with ½ cup of the pork mixture.
  • Sprinkle an additional 2 tablespoons cheese on top, the fold the tortilla over the cheese to create a half moon. To cook 2 quesadillas at the same time, slide the folded quesadilla to one side of the skillet with the straight edge running down the middle, then cook a second quesadilla beside it (the open sides of the quesadillas will point away from each other).
  • Cook quesadillas on both sides until the tortillas are golden and the cheese is melted, about 5 to 6 minutes total. If desired, transfer cooked quesadillas to a clean baking sheet and place on the lower rack of the oven to keep warm. Repeat with remaining quesadillas.
  • Transfer the quesadillas to a cutting board and let rest 1 to 2 minutes. Slice into wedges and serve hot with a drizzle of BBQ sauce (I like to warm the sauce first), Greek yogurt, and green onions or cilantro as desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 of 8, Calories 354 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

CITRUS PORK QUESADILLA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 10h35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 36

2 pounds salsa tomatoes
1 yellow onion
One 7-ounce can chipotles in adobo
1 ounce whole cloves
4 ounces fresh cilantro
2 ounces fresh lime juice
1 ounce salt
2 cups blended oil
1 cup peeled cloves garlic, whole
1 cup fresh oregano, picked
1 cup fresh thyme
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 ounces ground cumin
2 Scotch bonnet chiles
1 large onion, rough chopped
One pork butt, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 ounces salt
1 ounce ground black pepper
16 ounces sour cream
2 ounces half-and-half
1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound whole guajillo chiles
1/2 gallon rice wine vinegar
2 pounds brown sugar
6 pounds red onion, quartered
1 quart red wine vinegar
1 ounce salt
1 ounce sugar
1 quart ice
24 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Six 10-inch flour tortilla
Butter, for greasing the skillet

Steps:

  • For the chipotle sauce: Boil the whole tomatoes and whole onion in a large pot covered with water for 5 minutes.
  • Blend the chipotles in adobo and 1 ounce water in blender, then set aside.
  • Peel tomato, then add to a food processor along with the onion, cloves and cilantro and blend until slightly chunky.
  • Combine the salsa, chipotle and water, lime juice and salt in a mixing bowl, then fold together.
  • For the citrus pork marinade: Blend the oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, lime juice, orange juice, vinegar, cumin, chiles and onion with a blender until smooth.
  • For the citrus pork: Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper in a bowl or bag. Add 1 pint marinade (save remainder for another use) and stir together, then refrigerate overnight.
  • Transfer to a 22-quart pressure cooker and cover with enough water that all the pork is covered. Massage the meat to allow water everywhere. Cook at high pressure for 20 minutes.
  • Release the pressure and divide into 3 portions.
  • For the crema: Whisk together the sour cream, half-and-half, lime juice, cumin and salt in a bowl until smooth.
  • For the guajillo glaze: Remove stems of chiles, then put the chiles in a pot with the rice wine vinegar and bring to a boil on high heat. Cook for 5 minutes, then add brown sugar and cook until the sugar is dissolved. Turn off the heat and blend with an immersion blender, then again in a blender, until smooth. Strain through a chinois.
  • For the pickled red onions: Slice onions 1/4-inch thick.
  • Place red wine vinegar, salt and sugar in a saucepot and simmer until the salt and sugar are dissolved. Take off the heat, then add the red onions. Immediately add ice, then mix thoroughly and place in the fridge to cool down.
  • For the citrus pork quesadilla: Put some cheese and 3 ounces citrus pork on a tortilla. Pan-fry in a greased skillet until cheese is melted, 3 minutes per side.
  • Add 1 ounce chipotle sauce and 1 ounce pickled red onion. Drizzle 1 tablespoon guajillo glaze and 1 tablespoon crema over the top. Fold, cut in half, and ENJOY! Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best quesadillas. Look for tender pork, ripe oranges, and aromatic spices.
  • Prep your ingredients in advance: Chop the pork, dice the vegetables, and make the orange salsa ahead of time. This will make the assembly process much quicker.
  • Don't overcrowd the quesadillas: Too many fillings will make the quesadillas difficult to fold and cook evenly. Stick to a moderate amount of fillings so that the quesadillas are easy to handle.
  • Use a hot skillet: A hot skillet will help to sear the quesadillas and give them a crispy texture. Make sure the skillet is hot before adding the quesadillas.
  • Cook the quesadillas until golden brown: Cook the quesadillas for a few minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted. This will ensure that the quesadillas are cooked through and have a delicious flavor.

Conclusion:

Pork and rice quesadillas with orange salsa are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. Serve the quesadillas with your favorite sides, such as guacamole, sour cream, or Pico de Gallo, for a complete and satisfying meal.

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