Welcome to a culinary adventure fusing traditional Mexican cuisine with a gourmet twist! Today, we'll craft a scrumptious quesadilla incorporating the unique flavor of grasshoppers, paired with the exquisite intensity of Chili No. 5's superfood hot sauces. Whether you're a seasoned food enthusiast or simply looking to spice up your meal repertoire, this delicacy will tantalize your taste buds and provide a nutritious boost.
Ingredients:
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup cooked mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup grasshoppers, toasted
- 2 tablespoons Chili No. 5 Mexican Fury sauce (adjust quantity based on heat preference)
- Optional: A few drops of Chili No. 5 Pure Chili sauce for extra heat
- 1/4 cup fresh onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Fresh lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Cooking oil
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Equipment:
- Non-stick frying pan
- Spatula
- Cutting board
- Knife
Cooking Instructions:
1. Begin by heating a non-stick frying pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil.
2. While the pan warms up, lay out your tortillas and identify the inside (slightly thinner) and the outside (potentially slightly darker).
3. On one half of each tortilla, sprinkle a generous layer of grated cheddar cheese.
4. Top the cheese with the pre-cooked mushrooms, distributing them evenly.
5. Add the toasted grasshoppers on top of the mushrooms, spreading them out to ensure each bite will have a crunch.
6. Drizzle with Chili No. 5 Mexican Fury sauce according to your heat tolerance, or add a few drops of the Pure Chili sauce if you crave more spice.
7. Gently place the loaded tortilla halves onto the heated frying pan.
8. Wait until the cheese begins to melt, then fold the quesadillas in half, pressing down slightly with a spatula to seal them.
9. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortillas are golden and crispy, but still pliable, and the cheese has fully melted.
10. Just before serving, open the quesadilla slightly to sprinkle in the fresh onion and cilantro, adding a freshness to balance the heat.
11. Serve immediately, with extra Chili No. 5 sauce on the side for dipping if desired.
Cooking Tips:
- Be careful not to overheat the pan, as the tortillas may become too crisp. Medium heat should allow the cheese to melt without burning the outside.
- Feel free to substitute the cheese with any good melting variety that you prefer, such as Oaxaca cheese or Monterey Jack.
- You can also mix in other vegetables, cooked meats, or beans depending on your taste and what you have available.
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This delicious and unique recipe was brought to you by Jorge from Chilli No. 5 - Gourmet Chilli Superfood Sauces. For more inventive and flavorful recipes, check out their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chillino.5-gourmetchillisu354.
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