Chilli Jam Goat Cheese Quesadilla (Printer-Friendly)

A crispy tortilla layered with sweet-spicy chili jam and tangy goat cheese for a flavorful meal or snack.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 3.5 oz soft goat cheese, crumbled

→ Condiments

02 - 2 tablespoons chili jam

→ Bakery

03 - 2 large flour tortillas, 10 inches diameter

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 small handful baby spinach leaves
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Oils & Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon olive oil or neutral oil
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Cook:

01 - Lay one tortilla flat on a clean work surface. Spread chili jam evenly across the tortilla, leaving a 0.4 inch border around the edges.
02 - Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese over the chili jam. Distribute baby spinach leaves and sliced spring onions over the cheese. Season lightly with freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Top with the second tortilla, pressing gently to secure the filling and create a sealed sandwich.
04 - Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until the oil shimmers and is ready for cooking.
05 - Carefully place the quesadilla in the hot skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy.
06 - Using a spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla achieves golden color.
07 - Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and let rest for 1 minute. Slice into wedges and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Flavor Explosion: The sweet-heat of the chili jam cuts perfectly through the rich, tangy goat cheese.
  • Quick Prep: From start to finish, you can have this delicious meal ready in under 20 minutes.
  • Crispy Texture: Pan-frying the flour tortilla creates a satisfying crunch that holds the melting interior perfectly.
02 -
  • Uniform Slicing: Use a very sharp knife or a pizza cutter to get clean wedges without squishing out the melted cheese.
  • Temperature Control: If the tortilla is browning too quickly before the cheese has melted, turn the heat down slightly and press the top with your spatula.
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