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High Protein Chipotle Beef Quesadillas
Serves 6
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High Protein Chipotle Beef Quesadillas
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Directions
1
Add lean ground beef in batches to a pan on high heat with some cooking spray.
2
Let the beef get a crispy sear, then break it up.
3
Add chipotle seasoning and mix well to coat the beef.
4
Set the beef aside.
5
Add sliced onion with a pinch of salt to the pan.
6
Cook onions till soft and browned and add them into the beef.
7
On a warm tortilla, add your creamy chipotle sauce.
8
Load your beef on top with some herbs and mozzarella.
9
Fold the tortilla over.
10
Toast in the pan till crispy and golden.
11
Store them wrapped in the freezer.
12
Reheat when you're ready to eat.
Ingredients
800 g lean ground beef
chipotle seasoning
chipotle paste
1 tsp chipotle chili powder
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp sea salt
cooking spray
sliced onion
1 pinch salt
250 g 0% Greek yoghurt
4 tbsp light mayo
0.33 cup tomato sauce
1 tsp chipotle paste
1 tsp honey
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp parsley
0.5 lime juice
1 pinch salt
1 splash water
6 low carb tortilla
300 g mozzarella
fresh cilantro or parsley
Equipment
pan
air fryer
microwave
foil
Tips
Let ground beef get a crispy sear in batches.
Cook sliced onions until soft and browned.
For creamy chipotle sauce, mix all ingredients with lime juice and seasonings, then add a splash of water for perfect consistency.
Store quesadillas wrapped in foil in the fridge or freezer.
To reheat from the fridge, microwave for 90 seconds to 2 minutes then air fry or pan toast till crispy.
To reheat from frozen, wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 3-4 minutes then air fry or pan toast till crispy.
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