Keto Smash Burger Quesadilla

A Keto Smash Burger Quesadilla provides the exact taste of the regular burger but in the low-carb style. It combines everything in the keto tortillas instead of burger buns. This contains the same beef, cheese, and tangy toppings but in the tortillas cooked in the skillet.  We can have this as lunch and dinner as well. The tortilla gets brown form the outside and the beef cooks in them provides the indulgent and firm taste. We mix the melted cheese with onions and cheese to provide the same taste as we get with the burgers. Keto Smash Burger Quesadilla is prepared simply, and it is delicious enough to serve to guest as well. This dish stores greatly so we can easily meal prep this dish to have it on busy weekdays.

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STATS:

• Caloric count: 360 kcal
• Preparation duration: Ten minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Portion size: One quesadilla
• Cooking time: Ten minutes
• Overall time: 20 minutes
• Diet: Keto
• Course: Lunch or Dinner
• Serving: 2

EQUIPMENT:

• Spatula
• Cutting board
• Mixing bowl
• Large griddle
• Knife

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ultra-low-carb tortilla
• 8 oz. ground beef
• 1 tsp. onion dice
• 1 tbsp. mustard
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp. 0-carb keto ketchup
• 2 sugar-free dill pickle chips
• 1 tbsp. mayonnaise
• Pepper
• 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• Salt
• 1 tbsp. butter or avocado oil

INGREDIENT NOTES:

BEEF:

• Ground beef adds the smash like taste & cooks fast. It easily gets brown and provides crisp corners that increase the texture. Use 80/20 to provide the keto outcome and it also helps to stays meat juicy.

ULTRA KETO TORTILLAS:

• Ultra Keto tortillas hold the filling without the addition of lots of carbs. It adds only 1-2 g per serving and provides the big difference in the carbs count. They crisp well in the pan and helps to provide the structure in the quesadilla.

CHEDDAR CHEESE:

• Cheddar melts in the smooth way and includes the real burger flavor. It fuses nicely with sauces & beef. Sharp cheddar gives a stronger flavor if you want more punch.

ONIONS:

• Onions include light sweet taste & slight flavor when it gets cook in the beef. They gets soft fast in the skillet and mimic the flavor of real burger.

PICKLES:

• Pickles add crunch & tang in the dish. It helps to brighten the taste in each bite and fixes the indulgence of cheese & beef. Utilize dill for the great taste.

MUSTARD:

• Mustard adds a sharp & savory taste in these quesadilla that is similar like a burger profile. It mixes with the cheese as it melts. A small quantity is enough to provide the taste.

KETO 0-CARB KETCHUP:

• Keto ketchup includes sweet taste without adding single carb. It helps to keep the filing balance and tasty.

MAYONNAISE:

• Mayonnaise forms a creamy layer that mixes the sauces perfectly. It helps to soften the tortilla from the inside as it gets warms. It also enhances the taste of burger.

WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE:

• Worcestershire sauce seasons the beef. It helps to boost the flavor & includes a light tangy & umami taste. A small quantity is enough to add the taste.

SALT & BLACK PEPPER:

• Salt & pepper helps to season the meat & help in making the crust. They increase the beef taste. Start with a small quantity and add more if required.

BUTTER OR AVOCADO OIL:

• Butter or avocado oil will aids in crisping the tortillas and browns the beef properly. Both options works properly on the moderate setting.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. We warm the pan in moderate setting.
2. Include the ground beef dish.
3. Season the beef with black pepper, Worcestershire sauce & salt.
4. Add half quantity of beef in pan and flat the patty with spatula to make it thin.
5. Include the onions over the patty and cook till the corners get golden.
6. Add onions on top of the patty & cook so the corners get golden.
7. Place one tortilla over the beef and press softly so it gets adhere.
8. Change the side of the beef tortilla containing the layer.
9. Include half the quantity of cheese shreds, ketchup, mayonnaise, pickles, & mustard.
10. Fold the tortilla over the mix and cook till the cheese melts and the tortilla gets crisp.
11. Prep all the quesadillas with a similar method.
12. Make slices and serve warm.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• Keto coleslaw
• Pickle spears
• Avocado salad
• Cauliflower fries
• Bun-less burger salad

TIPS:

• We smash the burger when it is cold to provide a great crust.
• Don’t add lots of beef in the skillet, as it will steam instead of getting seared.
• Include the cheese after changing the sides so it melts equally.
• Make the quesadillas on moderate settings so they don’t burned.
• Include the hot sauce or slices of jalapenos to provide the heat.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Place the remaining quesadillas in the closed box for three days.

FREEZER:

• Freeze the wrapped quesadillas for 2 months in the bag.

FAQs:

Will I prepare this dish with chicken or turkey?

• We can easily prepare the dish with turkey and chicken as it will provide the lean protein in the dish and make the dish keto.

Can I have to drain the beef?

• We don’t have to usually drain the beef as it helps to prepare the crust of the smash.

Will I include slices of cheese in place of cheese shreds?

• We can include cheese slices instead as it melts well and be in the place perfectly.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 360 kcal

Net carbs: 2 g

Fiber: 2 g

Protein: 29 g

Calcium: 0.18 g

Iron: 2.0 g

Total carbs: 4 g

Sodium: 620 g

Potassium: 0.32 g

Vitamin A: 0.15 g

Serving size: 1 quesadilla

Serving: 1