Deep Fried Bean and Cheese Quesadilla

5 from 3 votes

This simple appetizer is so unsuspecting, but it will rock your world. GUARANTEED.

Prep Time2

Cook Time2

Total Time4

Course: Everyone's Favorite Mexican Recipes

Keyword: APPETIZER, beans, cheese, corn tortillas, fried, mexican, quesadilla, vegetarian

Servings: mini triangle quesadillas

Author: Sweet Basil

Heat a small skillet over medium high heat and cook one tortilla for a few seconds on each side.
12 Corn Tortillas
Meanwhile, mix the beans and taco seasoning together.
1 Can Refried Beans, 2 teaspoons Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
Set aside.
Lay each tortilla out flat, and cover half of it with the bean mixture and about 1/4 cup of the cheese.
2 Cups Pepperjack Cheese
Fold the tortilla in half see note and slice down the middle, creating two triangles.
Heat a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add 1 tablespoon of canola oil and heat until shimmering.
Oil for frying
Add a couple of the triangles at a time, cooking until golden on each side, about 1-2 minutes.
Drain between two paper towels and serve immediately.
Guacamole for Dipping

Folding the quesadilla versus making an entire circle and then cutting it in half helps to ensure that the filling doesn't ooze out on all side.