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Queso Payoyo and Chorizo Quesadillas Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 cup grated Queso Payoyo cheese
- 1 cup crumbled chorizo
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced tomato
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chorizo until browned and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat.
3. Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/4 cup of Queso Payoyo cheese on one half of the tortilla.
4. Add 1/4 cup of the cooked chorizo on top of the cheese.
5. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon each of chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and diced tomato on top of the chorizo.
6. Fold the tortilla in half and press down with a spatula.
7. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted.
8. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 8 quesadillas

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 280
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Queso Payoyo cheese can be substituted with any other melting cheese, such as cheddar or Monterey Jack.
- Chorizo can be substituted with any other cooked meat, such as shredded chicken or ground beef.
- Cilantro can be substituted with parsley or omitted altogether.
- Red onion can be substituted with white or yellow onion.
- Tomato can be substituted with diced bell pepper or omitted altogether.

Variations:
- Add sliced jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
- Add sliced avocado or guacamole on top of the cooked quesadillas.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to press down on the quesadillas with a spatula while cooking to ensure that the cheese melts evenly.
- If the skillet is too hot, the tortillas may burn before the cheese is melted. Adjust the heat as needed.
- Serve the quesadillas hot off the skillet for the best flavor and texture.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the quesadillas in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the quesadillas on a platter with a side of salsa and sour cream.
- Garnish with additional chopped cilantro and diced tomato.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of Mexican rice and beans for a complete meal.

Suggested side dishes:
- Mexican rice
- Refried beans
- Grilled corn on the cob

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese is not melting, try covering the skillet with a lid for a few minutes to trap in the heat and melt the cheese.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the chorizo thoroughly before adding it to the quesadillas.
- Store any leftover quesadillas in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.

Food history:
- Quesadillas originated in Mexico and have been a popular street food for centuries.

Flavor profiles:
- The Queso Payoyo cheese adds a creamy and slightly tangy flavor to the quesadillas, while the chorizo adds a spicy and savory flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the quesadillas as an appetizer or main dish for a Mexican-themed dinner party.

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Region: Spanish

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Cheesy, Tangy, Rich