Ingredients
Units Scale
- 1 cup fresh or canned huitlacoche (corn smut)
- 2 poblano peppers
- 1 cup roasted corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Roast Poblano Peppers:
- Preheat the oven broiler.
- Place poblano peppers on a baking sheet and broil, turning occasionally, until the skin is blistered and charred.
- Transfer the peppers to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let them steam for 10 minutes.
- Peel off the skin, remove seeds, and dice the roasted poblano peppers.
Prepare Huitlacoche:
- If using fresh huitlacoche, sauté it in a pan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until cooked. If using canned huitlacoche, drain it before using.
Assemble Quesadillas:
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Brush one side of each tortilla with olive oil.
- Place tortillas, oil side down, on the skillet.
- On one half of each tortilla, layer huitlacoche, roasted corn, diced poblano peppers, and shredded cheese.
- Fold the other half over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serve:
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.