Do not overfill the tortillas to ensure even cooking. Reheat leftovers in a skillet to maintain crispness. Adjust barbecue sauce to taste for sweetness or smokiness.
A quick and flavorful quesadilla filled with smoky brisket, barbecue sauce, and melty cheese, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
2 cups (300 g) cooked brisket, shredded or chopped
½ cup (120 ml) barbecue sauce
1½ cups (170 g) shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup (60 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 large flour tortillas (8–10 inches / 20–25 cm)
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil or 1 tablespoon (14 g) butter
Optional: ½ cup (75 g) sliced red onion
Optional: ½ cup (75 g) sautéed bell peppers
Optional: ¼ cup (15 g) chopped cilantro
Heat brisket with barbecue sauce in a skillet for 3–4 minutes.
Layer cheese and brisket onto half of each tortilla. Add optional toppings.
Fold tortillas in half.
Cook in a skillet with olive oil or butter for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
Slice into wedges and serve warm.