HIBISCUS QUESADILLAS (QUESADILLA CON FLOR DE JAMAICA)
Dried hibiscus is cheap and plentiful, usually available in specialty grocery stores or international supermarket bulk bins. It has a place in kitchens around the world, in drinks and syrups and remedies and stews. The calyxes of the flower - the part we actually eat - also happen to have a high pectin content, making them ideal for jelly making. Lately, the ingredient has been marketed as a kind of health food, or meat substitute, but the ingredient has deep, ancient roots and stands on its own. Adriana Almazán Lahl, who owns a catering business in San Francisco, rehydrates the flowers and sautés them with onion and chiles, then folds the spicy mixture into flour tortillas with a little cheese. The result is a quick, delicious meal, and an excellent way to use up the entire flower. Be sure to rinse the hibiscus well before you get started; grit hides in its folds.
Provided by Tejal Rao
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, weekday, weeknight, tacos, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 quesadillas
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rinse hibiscus under running water to remove any grit. Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add hibiscus, and simmer for 2 minutes. Strain, reserving liquid for another use (see introduction). Rinse and chop the hibiscus.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over a medium flame. Add the onion and jalapeño, and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion is just starting to lightly brown, about 6 minutes. Add the hibiscus, and sauté until the mixture is shiny and most of the water has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper, and set aside. Wipe out skillet.
- Divide the cheese evenly among the tortillas, sprinkling it to cover 1/2 of each. Scatter the hibiscus mixture on top of the cheese, followed by the cilantro. Fold the tortillas over the filling into half-moon shapes, pressing down firmly.
- Add the remaining oil to the skillet, and heat over a medium flame. Gently slide 2 quesadillas into the hot pan, and cook until the cheese has melted and the tortilla is golden brown underneath, 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully flip quesadillas, and cook until the other side is golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas, and serve immediately.
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Client khalifa West
[email protected]These quesadillas are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the hibiscus flowers.
Nashwa Tarek
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of quesadillas, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did! The hibiscus flowers added a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.
Ramesh Nepali
[email protected]These quesadillas are a great way to add some color to your plate. The hibiscus flowers make them look so vibrant and inviting.
Qasim Siraj
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to use hibiscus flowers. This recipe is a great way to use them up and it's also a delicious and healthy snack.
Elijah Wilson
[email protected]I've made these quesadillas several times now and they're always a hit. They're easy to make and the hibiscus flowers add a unique flavor that everyone loves.
Quran is my love
[email protected]These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover hibiscus tea. I always have some leftover tea after making a pitcher, so this is a great way to use it up.
Juma Jin
[email protected]I'm not a fan of hibiscus tea, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did! The hibiscus flowers added a subtle flavor to the quesadillas that I really enjoyed.
andra garrett
[email protected]I made these quesadillas for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the hibiscus flowers.
Jesse Pyatt
[email protected]These quesadillas are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the hibiscus flowers.
Ruhan Lifestyle
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting quesadilla recipes. This one definitely fits the bill! The hibiscus flowers add a unique flavor that I've never tasted before.
Anees Ejaz
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the quesadillas turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.
Phillip Forbes
[email protected]These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also added some black beans and corn to make them even more filling.
Mdtohin Khan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of hibiscus, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed these quesadillas. The hibiscus flavor was subtle and not overpowering.
Mouhamed Touzi
[email protected]The hibiscus quesadillas were easy to make and turned out great! The hibiscus flowers added a nice pop of color and flavor.
Hasham aslam
[email protected]I made these quesadillas last night and they were a hit! My family loved the unique flavor of the hibiscus flowers. Will definitely be making these again.
Aaliyah Sifuentes
[email protected]These hibiscus quesadillas are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. The hibiscus flowers add a unique tanginess that pairs perfectly with the cheese and chicken. I highly recommend trying this recipe!