Cheesy Quesadillas with Salsa Roja

Picture this: a warm, freshly prepared tortilla indulged in gooey, melted cheese and ingredients that burst with flavour. Welcome to the world of Salsa Roja Quesadilla, a dish that seamlessly marries simplicity with indulgence (you heard it right!)

But before we begin with our cooking session, let us get our facts checked from the past, because at Chilzo we don't miss out on the details!

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Hot Moves, Hotter Sauce!

Salsa Roja the OG red sauce, isn't just a dip for your chips (though it rocks at that job too!). Its roots go back to ancient Mayan, Aztec, and Inca times, way before you could even say "guacamole." Talk about history in a jar!

And get this: the word "salsa" in salsa dancing actually came from this spicy sauce! Remember those hot, fast moves? Yep, they borrowed the name from the fire in the salsa, letting you know this isn't your grandma's tea party.

More than Just A Cheesy Chapati

These Mexican marvels come in two styles: the traditional comal (also known as ‘tava’)-cooked bad boys and the crispy, fried quesadilla fritas. Both are legendary, but for this adventure, we're going classic. Think warm tortillas (too unfamiliar guys, it's chapati ) cradling a cheesy treasure trove, ready to melt your heart (and cheese) with every bite.

Bring in the Mariachi!

Well, Chilzo’s Salsa Roja is like a mariachi band for your tongue-blasting bold, authentic Mexican flavours with every drop. Made with fresh chillies, garlic, onion, and a secret blend of spices, this gluten-free, vegan fiesta in a jar will turn your taste buds into happy piñatas. So ditch the ketchup and let Chilzo be your Salsa.

Cook time total: 30-40 mins
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 25-30 mins

Onto the Recipe!

Ingredients you will need:

• 4 Medium Flour Tortillas
• 1 cup Chilzo’s Salsa Roja
• 2 Cups Shredded Cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican cheese blend—your cheesy choice!)
• Cooking oil or Butter (to make the tortillas sizzle)
• Sour Cream and Guacamole (optional sidekicks for extra yum)

Follow these simple steps to make some delicious Salsa Roja Quesadillas!

1. Lay your tortillas flat on a clean surface, ready for action.
2. Pour that vibrant Salsa Roja on one half of each tortilla, like a fiery sunset waiting to melt cheese.
3. Sprinkle your cheesy goodness over the salsa, creating a mountain of melty goodness.
4. Fold the tortillas like a love letter to cheese!
5. Heat your pan to medium, add some oil or butter, and watch it shimmer!
6. Gently place your quesadillas in the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy, like a perfectly toasted siesta under the Mexican sun.
7. Take those crisp beauties out of the pan and let them cool for a minute, like collecting your thoughts after a flavour explosion.
8. Slice them into wedges with a sharp knife and dip those beauties in sour cream and guacamole, if you're feeling fancy.

There you go, amigos! The Salsa Roja Quesadilla: a symphony of flavours, a cheesy masterpiece, and a guaranteed way to conquer your next taco Tuesday (or any day, really).