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Egg and Kimchi Quesadilla Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This savory egg and kimchi quesadilla combines fluffy scrambled eggs, spicy fermented kimchi, melted cheese, and crispy tortillas for a quick and flavorful meal perfect for breakfast, lunch, or brunch.

Ingredients

Egg Mixture

  • 4 large eggs
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Quesadilla Filling

  • 1/2 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Cooking Fats

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Other

  • 4 flour or corn tortillas

Instructions

  1. Whisk eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl, add a pinch of salt and black pepper, and whisk thoroughly until well combined and slightly frothy.
  2. Scramble eggs: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Pour in the eggs and gently scramble them by stirring continuously until just set but still soft. Remove the eggs from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Cook kimchi: Add sesame oil to the same skillet and sauté the chopped kimchi for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through and fragrant.
  4. Assemble quesadilla: Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of it with a layer of shredded cheese. Add a portion of scrambled eggs on top of the cheese, then spread some cooked kimchi and add sliced green onions. Sprinkle more cheese over the filling.
  5. Cook quesadilla: Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling and press down gently. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
  6. Repeat and serve: Repeat the assembly and cooking process with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Use mild kimchi if you prefer less heat.
  • Consider adding avocado slices or a drizzle of spicy mayonnaise for extra flavor and creaminess.
  • For a vegetarian version, ensure your kimchi does not contain fish sauce or shrimp paste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean-inspired, Mexican-inspired

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