Quesadillas de Espinazo

Quesadillas de Espinazo are a delightful Mexican dish featuring tender pork spine meat, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. This hearty yet healthy lunch option is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Pork spine (espinazo) - 250 grams, boneless and cut into small pieces
• Corn tortillas - 4 medium-sized
• Low-fat cheese (such as Oaxaca or mozzarella) - 100 grams, shredded
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh spinach - 100 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the pork spine pieces to the skillet, seasoning with cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and chopped spinach, cooking until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. In another skillet, warm the corn tortillas one at a time over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
5. Place a quarter of the pork mixture on one half of each tortilla, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and fold the tortilla over.
6. Cook each quesadilla in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are golden brown.
7. Remove from heat, cut into wedges, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and cheese, beneficial for heart health.

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