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Savory Mexican Delight: Pork Chicharron Quesadillas

Get ready to indulge in a flavorful and easy-to-make Mexican dish that will satisfy your cravings. Our recipe for pork chicharron quesadillas combines the richness of Oaxaca, Asadero, Quesillo, or Monterey jack cheese with the crispy texture of fried pork rinds, all wrapped up in fresh corn tortillas.

Gather Your Ingredients

For this recipe, you’ll need:

• ¼ to ½ pound pork chicharron
• 4 fresh corn tortillas
• ½ pound Oaxaca, Asadero, Quesillo, or Monterey jack cheese, cut into cubes or torn into small pieces

Prepare the Chicharron

Start by chopping the pork chicharron into small bits. Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat and add the chopped chicharron. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicharron is crispy and golden brown. Remove the cooked chicharron from the pan and set aside.

Assemble the Quesadillas

Keep the pan over medium heat and add one corn tortilla. Sprinkle 1/4 of the cheese and 1/4 of the cooked chicharron onto half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the tortilla is lightly browned and the cheese is melted. Flip the quesadilla and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the other side is also lightly browned. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.

Serve and Enjoy

Your delicious pork chicharron quesadillas are now ready to be devoured. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as salsa, sour cream, or cilantro. This recipe yields 4 small quesadillas, perfect for a quick snack or light meal. With a total cooking time of just 20 minutes, you can satisfy your cravings in no time!