Monday, September 30, 2013

DESI QUESADILLA

QUESADILLA is mexican dish, which is flour tortilla filled with yummy cheese, vegetables, chicken and other ingredients. possibilities are endless.


INGREDIENTS:
2 tablespoons oil
1 red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon grated fresh garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 teaspoon Red chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Pinch salt
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cut into very small pieces
6 whole wheat tortillas
3/4 cup grated mixed cheese
METHOD:

  • Heat the oil in a pan and add the onion, garlic and ginger. Saute until the onion is soft and golden, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the garam masala, red chilli powder, turmeric, and salt and sauté for 15 seconds and then add the tomato paste, stirring well.
  • Add the chicken pieces and stir well to coat them the spices and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
  • Now heat tawa or griddle on medium. Place a tortilla and then cover the surface with some filling.
  • Sprinkle on a third of the cheese and then place another tortilla on top and press it down gently with another heavy pan on it,until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is slightly golden.
  • Cut the quesadilla into wedges and serve.

Makes 3 quesadillas.

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