Cheesy Kimchi Quesadilla

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Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

4 large flour tortillas
1 cup well-fermented kimchi, finely chopped
1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (or mozzarella-cheddar mix)
1 tbsp butter or vegetable oil
2 green onions, finely sliced
½ tsp bibigo Sesame Oil
Sour cream for dipping (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1 – Prepare the kimchi: Finely chop the kimchi and gently squeeze out excess liquid using paper towels. This crucial step prevents sogginess and ensures a perfectly crispy quesadilla. Toss the squeezed kimchi with sesame oil.

Step 2 – Sauté the filling: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Sauté the prepared kimchi and sliced green onions for 3-4 minutes until the kimchi softens and releases its deep, savory aroma. Remove from pan and set aside.

Step 3 – Assemble: Wipe the pan clean and melt half the butter over medium-low heat. Place one tortilla in the pan, sprinkle with half the cheese, add the kimchi mixture evenly, top with remaining cheese, and cover with the second tortilla. Press gently with a spatula.

Step 4 – Cook until golden: Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip, add remaining butter to the pan, and cook another 3 minutes until cheese is