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Bulgogi Quesadillas

Cheesy savory goodness with fresh zesty guacamole. It's PURE perfection in every bite!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 small bulgogi quesadillas
Calories: 784 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean , Mexican

Ingredients

Bulgogi Marinade
  • 1/2 pound rib eye or top sirloin thinly sliced
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Gochujang optional
Guacamole
  • 1 garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ ripe avocados
  • 1/2 ripe tomato cubed
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Tacos
  • 8 small tortillas
  • 1 1/2 - 2 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded

Instructions

Make Marinade & Guacamole
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  1. In a large bowl, combine the bulgogi marinade ingredients. Cover and marinate for at least 10 minutes while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
  2. Prepare the guacamole by adding the garlic to a mortar, sprinkling on the salt, and pounding it with the pestle until it becomes a paste.
  3. Add the diced tomato and gently grind down the tomatoes to the consistency you like (smooth or chunky).
  4. Add avocados and continue to pound to your desired consistency. Finish with lemon juice and cracked black pepper. Mix together then cover it directly with plastic wrap, pressing out any air bubbles to prevent it from turning brown. Set aside.
Cook Bulgogi & Quesadillas
  1. Heat a large pan on medium-high heat. Add about 1 tablespoon of oil then add in the marinated beef. Saute until the meat is cooked through and the sauce has caramelized. Remove and set aside.
  2. Heat a large pan on medium heat. Add tortillas to toast for a few seconds, working in batches if needed.
  3. Layer on shredded mozzarella, some bulgogi, and little more cheese to help the tortilla stick on top. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes, or until golden and melty, flipping halfway through.
  4. Transfer to a plate and wrap with aluminum foil to keep warm. Repeat for the remaining tortillas, cheese, & bulgogi. Serve with guacamole on the side. Enjoy!

Notes

  • cover the guacamole directly with plastic wrap, pressing out any air bubbles. Your guac will stay vibrantly green much longer!
  • Beef: Ribeye or top sirloin work well for bulgogi, just make sure to cut against the grain for extra tender meat and thinly so it cooks quickly. Cut your beef while it's still a little frozen and you'll get super thin cuts of beef easily!
  • Marinade: If you have the extra time, you can marinate the beef up overnight and your bulgogi will be even more flavorful! 
  • Cheese: I HIGHLY recommend shredding your own cheese, especially if you want your quesadilla super melty and gooey. Pre-shredded cheese is coated with a powder to prevent the cheese from clumping in the packaging and doesn't melt together as well. To make grating easy, pop the block of cheese in the freezer for a few minutes before you grate. Cold cheese is easier to grate than warm cheese!
  • Guacamole: If you happen to have leftovers, use the same technique with the plastic wrap to prevent browning - cover the guacamole directly with plastic wrap, pressing out any air bubbles. Your guac will stay vibrantly green much longer!

Nutrition Information

Serving 2small quesadillas Calories 784kcal (39%) Carbohydrates 48g (16%) Protein 45g (90%) Fat 47g (72%) Saturated Fat 19g (95%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 18g Cholesterol 122mg (41%) Sodium 2009mg (84%) Potassium 813mg (23%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 999IU (20%) Vitamin C 13mg (14%) Calcium 686mg (69%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4small bulgogi quesadillas

Amount Per Serving

Calories 784

% Daily Value*

Serving 2small quesadillas
Calories 784kcal 39%
Carbohydrates 48g 16%
Protein 45g 90%
Fat 47g 72%
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 18g 90%
Cholesterol 122mg 41%
Sodium 2009mg 84%
Potassium 813mg 17%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 999IU 20%
Vitamin C 13mg 14%
Calcium 686mg 69%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.