Best 6 Pork Quesadillas With Fresh Salsa Recipes

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Pork quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun and festive party appetizer, pork quesadillas are sure to please everyone. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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.

PORK QUESADILLAS



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This version is inspired by the Cuban sandwich; bread is replaced with tortillas and grilling them adds a smoky flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large garlic clove
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for grates
1 pork tenderloin (3/4 to 1 pound)
1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
4 flour tortillas (10-inch or burrito-size)
4 tablespoons spicy brown mustard, plus more for serving
6 ounces thinly sliced baked ham
3 to 4 dill pickles, thinly sliced lengthwise
8 ounces provolone or Swiss cheese, coarsely shredded (about 2 cups)

Steps:

  • Use garlic and salt to make a paste. In a small bowl, combine with 1/4 teaspoon pepper and the oil. Rub all over pork.
  • Heat grill to high; oil grates. Place pork on hottest part of grill; cover. Cook, turning occasionally, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part registers 155 degrees. 10 to 20 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes; thinly slice across the grain.
  • Meanwhile, place onion slices on cooler part of grill; cover. Cook, turning once, until soft and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Reduce grill to medium-low.
  • Spread 1 tablespoon mustard on each tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Dividing evenly, layer half of each tortilla with ham, pork, onion, pickles, and cheese. Fold tortillas; press to close.
  • Lightly oil grates. Place quesadillas on grill; cover. Cook, turning once, until browned in spots and cheese has melted, about 4 minutes. Cut into wedges; serve immediately.

PORK AND RICE QUESADILLAS WITH ORANGE SALSA



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Cooking spray
1 cup instant rice, cooked according to package directions
2 cups diced roasted pork loin
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
1 cup chopped arugula leaves
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup diced oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
6 burrito-size flour tortillas, regular or flavored
1 recipe Orange Salsa, recipe follows
1 (11-ounce) can Mandarin oranges, drained and chopped
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons freshly chopped scallions
2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Coat a stove-top griddle with cooking spray and set over medium-high heat to preheat.
  • In a large bowl, combine rice, pork, beans, arugula, cheese, and tomatoes. Mix well to combine.
  • Arrange tortillas on a flat surface. Top 1 side of the tortillas with pork mixture. Fold the other side over to cover filling. Transfer quesadillas to hot pan and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese melts. Serve with orange salsa.
  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and toss to combine.
  • Yield: 4 servings

PORK CARNITAS QUESADILLAS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Great as a main dish or appetizer. The pork can also be cooked in a crock pot. Mangoes can be substituted VERY successfully . . . guess that would change the name of the recipe!

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Pineapple

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 cup fresh pineapple (or mangoes) or 1 cup canned pineapple, finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 yellow pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 poblano pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
salt & pepper
2 lbs boneless pork chops, cut in 1 inch cubes
3 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder (to taste)
2 teaspoons ground cumin (to taste)
1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
1 chipotle chile, chopped and seeded (optional)
1 tablespoon adobo sauce, from canned chipotle chile
1 tablespoon tomato paste
8 -10 inches flour tortillas
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups havarti cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Pork:.
  • Place pork, chicken broth, salt, garlic, jalapenos and onion in large pot and bring to a slow simmer. Add cumin, oregano, tomato paste, chipotle chiles, adobo sauce and chile powder to meat.
  • Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or until pork is pull-apart tender. Increase heat to evaporate excess liquid. Shred meat with a fork and set aside.
  • Salsa:.
  • Combine salsa ingredients and chill for a minimum of 30 minutes.
  • To assemble:.
  • Lay out tortillas and spread pork mixture on 1/2 of each tortilla. Top with corn, black beans and cheese. Fold over and brown on each side on hot griddle. Place on cookie sheet in warm oven to hold. Serve with pineapple salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.4, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 101.3, Sodium 1157.4, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 5.5, Protein 40.9

KALUA PORK QUESADILLAS WITH TOMATO AND AVOCADO SALSA



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From Chefs Russell Siu and James Gillespie of 3660 On The Rise and Kakaako Kitchen. The site wouldn't take moo shu wrappers, so the ingredient listed is wonton wrappers which would be too small for this.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3/4 cup kalua pork
3/4 cup sliced onion
3/4 cup napa cabbage, shredded (won bok)
12 wonton wrappers or 8 inches flour tortillas
3/4 cup diced tomato
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup clarified butter
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
1 avocado, diced
1/2 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon cilantro, minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon green onion, minced
1 teaspoon fresh basil, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
1 teaspoon jalapeno pepper, finely diced
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degree F.
  • In a skillet, saute kalua pork, onion, and won bok until done.
  • On 6 of the mooshoo wrappers or tortillas, spread equal amounts of pork mixture, tomato, parsley, and cheese.
  • Top with the remaining wrappers; press to seal.
  • Combine garlic and butter.
  • On surface unit of range, heat an oven-proof skillet, add a tablespoon of the garlic butter.
  • Place a quesadilla in pan to brown.
  • Flip quesadilla and place skillet in oven until cheese melts.
  • Cook the remaining quesadillas.
  • Cut each quesadilla into quarters; top with Tomato and Avocado Salsa.
  • Tomato and Avocado Salsa:.
  • Combine all ingredients and serve with Kalua Pork Quesadillas.
  • Makes 3 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.4, Fat 29.2, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 67.2, Sodium 252.9, Carbohydrate 18, Fiber 4, Sugar 3.3, Protein 10.4

CREAMY JALAPENO AND PULLED PORK QUESADILLA



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Spicy cream cheese, pulled pork, and veggies make quick and tasty quesadillas.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (8 inch) flour tortillas
½ cup PHILADELPHIA Spicy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Spread
1 (11.5 ounce) package OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Sweet & Spicy Pulled Pork
½ cup frozen corn, thawed
½ cup chopped red pepper
½ cup tomatillo salsa

Steps:

  • Spread tortillas evenly with cream cheese; top half of each of tortilla with remaining ingredients. Fold tortillas in half.
  • Heat large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add 1 quesadilla; cook 4 to 5 min. or until golden brown on both sides, turning after 2 to 3 min. Repeat with remaining quesadilla. Cut into wedges. Serve with salsa

Tips:

  • Use high-quality pork: Look for pork that is fresh and well-marbled. This will ensure that your quesadillas are juicy and flavorful.
  • Cook the pork properly: Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. This will ensure that it is safe to eat and still tender.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: Different cheeses will give your quesadillas different flavors and textures. Some good options include cheddar, mozzarella, queso fresco, and pepper jack.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover ingredients. Some popular toppings include beans, corn, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
  • Serve quesadillas with a dipping sauce: Salsa, guacamole, or sour cream are all great options for dipping quesadillas.

Conclusion:

Pork quesadillas with fresh salsa are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that is both satisfying and flavorful. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pork quesadillas with fresh salsa a try.

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