Chilli Jam Goat Cheese Quesadilla (Printable)

Sweet-spicy chili jam meets tangy goat cheese in a golden, crispy tortilla for a fast, flavorful meal.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 3.5 oz soft goat cheese, crumbled

→ Condiments

02 - 2 tbsp chili jam

→ Bakery

03 - 2 large flour tortillas, 10 inches diameter

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 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:

01 - Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Evenly spread chili jam over the tortilla, leaving a 1 cm border.
02 - Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese over the chili jam. Add baby spinach leaves and spring onions if using. Season lightly with black pepper.
03 - Top with the second tortilla, pressing gently to secure all ingredients.
04 - Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
05 - Carefully place the quesadilla in the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until golden and crisp.
06 - Flip with a spatula and cook the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese is melted and tortilla is golden.
07 - Transfer to a cutting board. Let rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges. Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Fast Preparation: Ready in just 18 minutes.
  • Flavorful Fusion: A perfect mix of sweet, spicy, and tangy.
  • Vegetarian: A delicious and simple vegetarian-friendly option.
02 -
  • Temperature Control: Cook over medium heat to ensure the cheese melts completely before the tortilla becomes too dark.
  • Resting: Let the quesadilla rest for one minute on the cutting board before slicing to prevent the filling from oozing out too quickly.
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