WAFFLED CHORIZO-CHEESE QUESADILLA

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With super-crisp edges, these quesadillas also borrow some of nachos' best features. Quick-pickled onions add a tart kick to the rich chorizo and gooey melted Cheddar.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lime, juiced
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
Pinch kosher salt
1 teaspoon vegetable oil, plus more brushing tortillas
2 ounces fresh chorizo, removed from casings
Four 6- to 8-inch flour tortillas
2/3 cup shredded Cheddar
Salsa, sour cream and chopped avocado, for serving
Special equipment: waffle iron

Steps:

  • Combine the lime juice, onions and salt in a small nonreactive bowl, tossing occasionally. Let sit at room temperature until the onions are pink, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Preheat a waffle iron to medium-high. Brush one side of 2 tortillas with oil and lay dry-side up on a work surface. Scatter each with 1/3 cup cheese, then the pickled onions. Sandwich with the remaining tortillas and brush the tops with oil.
  • Place 1 quesadilla in the waffle iron, close gently (don't push down) and cook until golden brown and the cheese is melted, 4 to 6 minutes. Repeat with the remaining quesadilla. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and top with the chorizo. Serve with salsa, sour cream and avocado.
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Aftab Rajput
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I'm definitely going to make these quesadillas for my next party.


Tatianna Escobar
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I can't wait to try these quesadillas. They look so delicious!


Ghaza Tco
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These quesadillas are amazing! I've already made them twice this week.


Basit Rasoil
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These quesadillas are now a staple in my weekly meal rotation.


Fshgs Vahsg
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These quesadillas are the perfect comfort food. They're cheesy, crispy, and so satisfying.


Carol Cox
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I love how versatile these quesadillas are. You can add any type of filling you like, so they're perfect for using up leftovers.


Nagina Umer
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These quesadillas are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They're a great way to get the whole family involved in cooking.


Kristie Stancel
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I'm always looking for new and creative ways to make quesadillas. These waffles are a great twist on the classic recipe.


DaGonk Ur
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The waffle maker gives these quesadillas a really fun and unique presentation. They're perfect for parties or potlucks.


Justin Bekker
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I love that these quesadillas can be made in a waffle maker. It's so much easier than frying them in a skillet.


Dao Ha Thi
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These quesadillas are the perfect combination of crispy and cheesy. I highly recommend them!


Buddha laxmi Shrestha
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I've made these quesadillas several times now and they're always a hit. They're my go-to recipe for a quick and easy meal.


Masoomeh Nasa127yww
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I made these for a party and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them.


Black FF
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I'm not a huge fan of chorizo, so I substituted ground beef. They were still delicious!


Abuzer Rider
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These quesadillas are so good! I especially love the crispy waffle exterior.


Khamael Zoubi
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I added some diced bell peppers and onions to the filling for extra flavor. They turned out great!


Niro Niros
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The waffles were crispy and the cheese was gooey and melted perfectly. I will definitely be making these again!


Ramzan Jutt gujrat ala
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I love how easy these quesadillas are to make. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Addai Richmond Oppong
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These quesadillas were a hit with my family! The waffle maker gave them a fun and unique texture, and the chorizo and cheese filling was flavorful and satisfying.