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Chorizo, Sweet Potato & Cheese Quesadillas with Spicy Sauce recipe
Golden, crisp quesadillas packed with smoky chorizo, sweet roasted sweet potato and melted cheese, finished with a fiery dipping sauce. A quick, satisfying meal with a brilliant mix of sweetness, spice and gooey richness.
30 min · Easy · Mexican Jump to method
Ingredients
- 300g Sweet Potato
- 120g Chorizo
- 150g Cheese
- 4 tbsp Sauce
- 4 Tortillas
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 831 kcal |
| Protein | 31 g |
| Carbohydrates | 61 g |
| Fat | 50 g |
| Saturated fat | 22 g |
| Fibre | 6 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 1360 mg |
Why this works
A calorie-dense, high-fat quesadilla dish with good protein but high saturated fat and sodium, best enjoyed occasionally.
Protein and calcium. Cheese and chorizo provide a substantial protein hit, with cheese also contributing calcium for bone health.
Vitamin A and potassium. Sweet potato adds beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor) and potassium, supporting vision and normal muscle function.
Sodium and saturated fat. Chorizo and cheese make this dish high in saturated fat and salt, which may be a concern for heart health if eaten regularly.
Method
- Peel and dice the sweet potato into small cubes, then cook until tender. Drain any excess moisture and lightly mash or leave chunky, depending on your texture preference.
- Crisp the chorizo in a dry frying pan until the fat renders and the pieces are browned.
- Warm the tortillas in a clean pan, then spread some of the sauce over one half of each tortilla.
- Top with sweet potato, chorizo and cheese, then fold over to form a half-moon.
- Cook the quesadillas in the pan over a medium heat for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden and the cheese has melted.
- Slice and serve immediately with the remaining sauce for dipping.
Prefer the classic version? Honey Pear Breakfast Quesadillas
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