Description
Crispy Fried Egg Quesadilla is a delightful combination of golden, crispy tortillas filled with fluffy scrambled eggs and melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a late-night snack, delivering a satisfying crunch and savory flavor in every bite. Customize it with your favorite fillings to create a delicious meal that everyone will adore!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 2 flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Pour in the whisked eggs and gently scramble until fluffy but slightly runny.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half the cheese on top, add scrambled eggs, then top with remaining cheese before folding.
- Cook each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the second tortilla.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (140g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 360mg