Best 5 Yam Quesadillas Recipes
Yam quesadillas, a delectable fusion of Mexican and African cuisine, are a culinary delight bursting with flavors, textures, and cultural influences. These savory treats showcase the versatility of the humble yam, transforming it into a crispy quesadilla filling paired harmoniously with a vibrant array of spices, herbs, and cheese. Whether you're a seasoned home cook seeking culinary adventure or a novice seeking a new flavorful experience, this article will guide you through the art of crafting the perfect yam quesadillas, ensuring a delightful and satisfying meal that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BLACK BEAN AND SWEET POTATO QUESADILLAS
I recently cut meat out of my diet completely. In my quest for new and interesting meals, I came up with these delicious quesadillas!
Provided by Holly L
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Mash sweet potatoes and mix in cilantro, chili powder, and salt.
- Place corn in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high until warmed, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Spread 1/4 cup sweet potato mixture onto 1 tortilla; cover with 1/4 cup black beans and 1 tablespoon corn. Sprinkle 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese atop corn; cover with a tortilla. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
- Spray a frying pan with cooking spray and place over medium heat; cook 1 quesadilla in the hot pan until cheese is melted and beans are heated through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining quesadillas; slice into quarters.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.9 calories, Carbohydrate 102.3 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 16.3 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1517.1 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
SWEET POTATO & BEAN QUESADILLAS
Sweet potatoes and black beans roll up together for a quesadilla that's easy, fast, fun and delicious. -Brittany Hubbard, St. Paul, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Scrub sweet potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high, turning once, until very tender, 7-9 minutes., When cool enough to handle, cut each potato lengthwise in half. Scoop out pulp. Spread onto half of each tortilla; top with beans and cheese. Fold other half of tortilla over filling., Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook quesadillas until golden brown and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 531mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
YAM QUESADILLAS
A great twist on a classic food! These make great appetizers, a fantastic late night snack, or a great light dinner paired with a snazzy salad. Try adding black beans for an extra twist!
Provided by velorutionista
Categories Savory Pies
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Saute onion and garlic in olive oil in medium skillet till translucent. Add oregano, basil, marjoram, chili powder, and cumin and cook another minute, till fragrant. Add mashed yams (and beans, if using) and stir till well combined and heated through.
- Lay tortillas out on work surface. Spread 1/2 cup filling on half of each tortilla, leaving a 1-cm border at the edge. Sprinkle each tortilla with 2 tablespoons cheese and fold over, pressing slightly to spread filling to edges. Place quesadillas on lightly oiled baking sheets. Brush tops with olive oil. Bake at 400 F for 15-20 minutes, till lightly browned.
- Serve with salsa and sour cream if desired. Serves 8 as a main/side dish, 32 as an appetizer.
SWEET POTATO & CHORIZO QUESADILLAS
Fill tortilla wraps with sweet potato, spicy Spanish sausage and feta cheese then finish on a griddle pan
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Pierce the potatoes a few times each and put on a baking tray. Cook for 50 mins until really soft. Leave to cool slightly.
- Scoop the sweet potato flesh out of the skins into a bowl. Mash with the coriander, season and gently fold through the feta. This can be done earlier in the day - cover and keep in the fridge. Heat a large griddle pan.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture over half of each tortilla, top with chorizo slices and fold the other side over. Cook on the hot griddle pan for 3 mins each side until golden. Cut each tortilla in half and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 693 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 103 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 3.4 milligram of sodium
SWEET POTATO QUESADILLAS
Make and share this Sweet Potato Quesadillas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In large non-stick skillet, heat vegetable oil.
- Sauté onions and garlic until the onions are transparent.
- Add in the sweet potatoes, oregano, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne.
- Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- When the sweet potatoes are tender, remove the filling from the heat and add salt and pepper; stirring to mix.
- Evenly spread the sweet potato mixture onto the tortillas; sprinkle 2 tablespoons of cheese onto each tortilla.
- Fold tortilla in half over filling.
- Either clean out the skillet you just used or get another large non-stick skillet and add a little oil; heat on medium high heat.
- Place the quesadillas in a heated nonstick skillet and cook on each side for 2-3 minutes, until cheese is melted and the filling is hot.
- Add more oil to skillet as needed and cook in batches.
- Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Tips:
- For crispy quesadillas, use a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Don't overcrowd the pan, or the quesadillas will steam instead of frying.
- To prevent the cheese from leaking out, make sure the tortillas are well-sealed. You can do this by folding them in half or by using a quesadilla maker.
- If you're using a variety of cheeses, shred them separately so that they melt evenly.
- For a more flavorful quesadilla, use a flavorful cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or queso Oaxaca. You can also add other ingredients to the quesadilla, such as cooked chicken, beef, or vegetables.
- Serve quesadillas with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, or pico de gallo.
Conclusion:
Quesadillas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give quesadillas a try!
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