Chilli Jam Goat Cheese Quesadilla (Printable Version)

Crispy tortilla with tangy goat cheese and sweet-spicy chili jam, ready in 18 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 3.5 oz soft goat cheese, crumbled

→ Condiments

02 - 2 tbsp chili jam

→ Bakery

03 - 2 large flour tortillas (10 inch)

→ Vegetables

04 - Small handful baby spinach leaves
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Oils & Seasonings

06 - 1 tsp olive oil or neutral oil
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Place one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread chili jam evenly across the surface, maintaining a 1/2-inch border around edges.
02 - Distribute crumbled goat cheese over the jam layer. Add baby spinach and spring onions if using. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
03 - Position second tortilla on top, pressing gently to seal layers together.
04 - Warm oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
05 - Carefully transfer quesadilla to hot skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until bottom becomes golden brown and crispy.
06 - Flip quesadilla using spatula. Cook additional 3 to 4 minutes until cheese melts completely and second side achieves golden color.
07 - Remove quesadilla to cutting board. Allow to rest 1 minute before cutting into wedges. Serve immediately while warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The way creamy tangy goat cheese balances against the sweet spicy jam is something magical
  • You probably have everything you need right now and it comes together in under twenty minutes
  • It hits that perfect spot between weeknight dinner and impressive appetizer for guests
02 -
  • Medium heat might feel too slow but going hotter will burn the tortilla before the cheese has a chance to melt properly
  • The resting minute seems pointless but it literally makes the difference between neat wedges and a cheese explosion everywhere
  • Chili jam sweetness levels vary wildly so give yours a taste before you start spreading
03 -
  • If your tortillas are stiff from the fridge microwave them for ten seconds first and they'll fold without cracking
  • Cutting with kitchen scissors instead of a knife gives you cleaner edges and less mess
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