Blackstone Steak Cheese Quesadillas (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 450g flank steak or skirt steak, thinly sliced
02 - 4 large flour tortillas
03 - 200g shredded cheddar cheese or a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack
04 - 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1 bell pepper, sliced into thin strips

→ Seasonings and oils

06 - 1–2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, for grilling
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
09 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ To serve (optional)

12 - Sour cream, for dipping
13 - Salsa, for dipping
14 - Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
15 - Lime wedges

# Instructions:

01 - Pat the steak dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika if using. Press seasonings into the surface for even adhesion.
02 - Preheat the griddle to medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Grill the steak for 3–4 minutes per side or until preferred doneness (medium-rare: 54°C, medium: 60°C). Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes.
03 - Cut the rested steak against the grain into thin strips to maintain tenderness.
04 - Add a bit more olive oil to the hot griddle. Sauté sliced onions and bell pepper for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly caramelized. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
05 - Arrange the tortillas on a clean surface. Optionally brush the outer sides with a little olive oil. On one half of each tortilla, layer shredded cheese, steak slices, and sautéed vegetables. Fold tortillas over to enclose the filling.
06 - Reduce griddle to medium heat. Place filled quesadillas onto the griddle. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until both sides are golden and the cheese has melted.
07 - Transfer quesadillas to a board and let rest 1–2 minutes. Slice each into 3–4 wedges. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges if desired.

# Notes:

01 - For deeper flavour, marinate the steak 30–60 minutes prior to cooking using lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and preferred spices.
02 - For a vegetarian variation, omit steak and add grilled vegetables such as courgette, mushrooms, and corn.
03 - Experiment with different cheeses such as Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or pepper jack for extra flavour complexity.

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