Sweet and Spicy Asian Pork Quesadillas 

A fun and flavorful mashup, these Sweet and Spicy Asian Pork Quesadillas use juicy pulled pork tossed with beans, chiles, and melted cheese—wrapped in crispy tortillas. Ready in about 15 minutes, they’re perfect for quick lunches or dinners, and bring a delightful blend of savory, sweet, and mildly spicy Asian-inspired flavors. Ideal for using up leftover pork, these quesadillas are customizable, kid-friendly, and pair wonderfully with BBQ sauce or Greek yogurt. They strike the perfect balance between comfort food and vibrant, bold tastes, making them a hit any time!

Ingredients

• 1½ cups cooked pulled pork (leftover or freshly made)
  
  

• 1 (15 oz) can reduced‑sodium black beans, rinsed & drained
  
  

• ¼ medium red onion, finely chopped
  
  

• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles (in juice)
  
  

• ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  
  

• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, or Monterrey jack)
  
  

• 8 (8″) flour tortillas
  
  

• Nonstick spray, canola oil, or butter for cooking
  
  

For Serving (optional):

• BBQ sauce (your favorite)
  
  

• Nonfat plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  
  

• Chopped green onions or extra cilantro
  
  

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine pulled pork, black beans, red onion, green chiles, and cilantro—mix thoroughly.
   
   

2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat; lightly coat with spray or oil.
   
   

3. Place a tortilla in the skillet and evenly sprinkle ~2 Tbsp cheese on half of it.
   
   

4. Spoon about ½ cup of the pork mixture over the cheese, then add another ~2 Tbsp cheese on top.
   
   

5. Fold the tortilla into a half‑moon.
   
   

6. Cook for ~2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted. For larger skillet, cook two at a time.
   
   

7. Transfer cooked quesadilla to a cutting board, let rest for 1–2 minutes, then slice into wedges.
   
   

8. Serve hot with BBQ sauce, Greek yogurt or sour cream, and garnish with green onions or cilantro.
   
   

Nutrients (per quesadilla, 8 total)

• Calories: ~354 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~35 g
  
  

• Protein: ~17 g
  
  

• Fat: ~16 g (saturated ~8 g)
  
  

• Fiber: ~2 g
  
  

• Sugar: ~9 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: ~49 mg
  
  

• Potassium: ~131 mg