Quesadilla

A quesadilla is a delectable Mexican dish composed mainly of a tortilla filled with cheese, although it frequently includes other savory ingredients like meats, beans, and spices. The filled tortilla is then cooked on a griddle until it becomes crispy and the cheese melts to perfection. Traditionally, quesadillas are made with corn tortillas, but in northern Mexico and the United States, flour tortillas are also popular.

There are two common variations: the full quesadilla, which uses two tortillas with a layer of cheese in between, and the half quesadilla, made by folding a single tortilla in half around the filling.

Quesadillas have a rich history dating back to colonial Mexico and have evolved with various regional twists. In Mexico, they are typically made with Oaxaca cheese and cooked on a comal, a traditional flat griddle. They can be stuffed with a variety of ingredients such as vegetables, meats, and different cheeses. Interestingly, in Mexico City, quesadillas do not automatically come with cheese unless you specifically request it.

In the United States, particularly in southwestern states, quesadillas are a cherished dish that often resembles a grilled cheese sandwich but with a Mexican flair. They are usually made with flour tortillas, melted cheese, and additional toppings like meat, peppers, and guacamole. There are even creative variations like dessert quesadillas filled with sweet ingredients, breakfast quesadillas packed with eggs and bacon, and inventive combinations like "pizzadillas" which merge quesadilla ingredients with pizza toppings.