How long can I store leftovers?

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet for best results.

Can I make this ahead?

The filling can be prepared a day in advance, but it’s best to assemble and cook the quesadillas fresh.

What can I use instead of morcilla sausage?

If you can't find morcilla, chorizo or a spiced vegetarian sausage are great substitutes.

Can I use corn tortillas instead?

Yes, corn tortillas will work, but they might be smaller, so you'll need more of them.

How can I make it less spicy?

Omit the smoked paprika and use mild cheeses to tone down the spice level.

Smoky Argentine Morcilla Quesadilla with Pickled Onion Relish

Name: Smoky Argentine Morcilla Quesadilla with Pickled Onion Relish
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Argentine morcilla sausage; Mozzarella cheese; Smoked cheddar cheese; Smoked paprika; Red onion; Apple cider vinegar; Sugar; Salt; Flour tortillas; Olive oil; Fresh cilantro; Lime wedges

A Taste of Argentina's Rich Flavors Wrapped in a Quesadilla

Discover this fusion dish that combines the robust flavors of Argentine morcilla sausage with creamy cheese, smoky seasoning, and a zesty pickled onion relish, all packed into a crispy quesadilla.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Quesadilla Filling

Argentine morcilla sausage

8 oz, diced

Mozzarella cheese

1 cup, shredded

Smoked cheddar cheese

1/2 cup, shredded

Smoked paprika

1 tsp

For the Pickled Onion Relish

Red onion

1 large, thinly sliced

Apple cider vinegar

1/2 cup

Sugar

1 tbsp

Salt

1 tsp

For the Quesadilla

Flour tortillas

8 large

Olive oil

2 tbsp, for frying

For Garnishing

Fresh cilantro

chopped

Lime wedges

Preparation

Marinating the Onions

Combine ingredients

In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat until sugar dissolves.

Add onions

Remove from heat, add onion slices, stir to coat, and let sit for at least 30 minutes.

Drain onions

Drain onions, and set aside.

Preparing the Filling

Cook sausage

Cook diced morcilla sausage in a skillet over medium heat until lightly crisped.

Mix filling

Remove from heat, mix in smoked paprika, mozzarella, and smoked cheddar cheese.

For extra spice, add a pinch of crushed red pepper to the filling.

Portion filling

Divide filling equally between tortillas.

Ensure the onions are fully pickled and drained before adding them to the quesadillas.

Cooking Process

Assemble Quesadillas

Lay out tortillas, spread filling evenly, and fold in half.

Fry Quesadillas

Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat, cook quesadillas until golden brown on each side.

Serve Relish

Serve with pickled onion relish on the side.

Plating & Serving