Yesterday I mentioned a certain class in grad school which always brings back memories of my initial interest in the mango. It just so happened that in this same class there was also a woman whose family owned a restaurant in a nearby town.
We would often get into class conversations about food while waiting for the instructor to show up and my ears always perked up when she started talking. For me, owns restaurant translates to – has some great food ideas and recipes.
As we were nearing the end of the semester and summer around the corner she mentioned her favorite snack to make was a mango, jalapeno quesadilla. I was intrigued from the moment I heard those words. There is no better combination for me than that of sweet and spicy. Add some warm, gooey cheese to that and the dish is nearing perfection.
I have kept that combo in my mind for what seems like years and I finally got around to giving it a try.
Wow! What an amazing creation!
The sweet mango cools the flavorful heat of the jalapenos. The salty cheese balances out the flavors. The slightly toasted tortilla only adds to the complex texture.
I used a cheese here that is very similar to a Colby back home. I could definitely see Cheddar working well or if you like even more heat maybe a Pepper Jack.
Sweet and Spicy Mango Quesadilla
Large flour tortilla
1/2 cup mango, sliced or diced
1/4 cup cheese
Jalapenos, sliced or diced (from the jar, but fresh could work too)
1/2 cup mango, sliced or diced
1/4 cup cheese
Jalapenos, sliced or diced (from the jar, but fresh could work too)
Place tortilla in a warm skillet (use a little butter if desired) and top with ingredients. Fold in half and toast on each side until slightly browned and cheese is melted.
Mango & jalapeño, eh?? As a lover of all things spicy, I’m quite intrigued by that combination – yum!!
I have tried this combo before too but with tuna! I loved it 🙂
wow…that looks wonderful. and simple. I bet pickled banana peppers might work well with it too.
Definitely trying this when I get back to the States and tortillas and jack cheese! Sounds great…
hm- I would have never put cheese and mango together! I bet its a really tasty combo though with the heat from the jalapeno!
This sounds like a very intriguing combination! I just may have to try this!!!
Oh I bet that was fantastic, salty cheese, sweet fruit & spice peppers, yum!
It is not yet 8 o’clock in the morning here and these photos have me absolutely craving quesadillas 🙂
Mango quesadillas? Who would have thought! Must try this now!
ohhh. nick and i make something like this with black beans, too. it’s so yummy! i am loving mango week 🙂
i don’t know if it’s just me, but sometimes college days food just tastes better. i think it was that wonderful lack of responsibility i had back then!
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This sounds awesome! And so simple–the combo of sweet mango and jalapeno, I’m sure, is fantastic. Bring on summer!
VeggieGirl – Definitely for the spicy lover!
itsawrapteacher – Hmmm… canned tuna or the fresh fish? I could definitely experiement with the fresh fish. I love that stuff.
Alison – That crossed my mind too. That would probably be a good option for those who don’t want it quite so spicy.
Mindy – Oh how I miss tortillas. I brought some back in my suitcase on my last trip from the US. They are gone now though. 🙁
Erica – Yeah, I know. Cheese and mango don’t really seem like a combo meant to be. I was surprised how tasty it is.
Sarah – Try it for sure. I love it!
kat – Yeah, it kinds of pulls all the best flavors together in one bite.
laura – Darn food blogs! Happens to me all the time. 🙂
cathy – I was so intrigued when she told us about it. It is a winner for sure.
Heather – Oooh! Black beans would be great with it. Yeah, I definitely think it was the blissful lack of responsibility. Ha, ha!
Ricki – The simplicity is definitely the best part. It is such a flavorful combo.
Wow, that does sound absolutely amazing! I just got some mangoes and will definitely be trying this quesadillas. I love your mango week and looking forward to more recipes! My daughter just recently announced that mango is her favorite fruit!
All I can say is WOW!!Mangoes have always been my fave fruit.In India,we used to eat not less than 4/day(per person),during the mango season and then top it with various kinds of dishes-jams,pickles,ice creams,curry’s,etc.The ones you get in India are a class apart-you have to try the Alphonso(aapus) mangoes-they are to die for!!
I’m definitely a fan of sweet and spicy … that sounds wonderful together!!
Whoa, very cool combo. My husband would love this! You must have the bet mangoes down there 🙂
I love fruit and cheese, and this combo sounds great. Thanks for sharing!
yummy
Interesting…
I’m on the fence right now. Lemme think it over and get back to you.
LOL, 🙂
It def looks pretty!
What a unique combination! I bet it’s delicious!
I was in Whole Foods this morning and what should I see on sale? The Tommy variety of mangoes that you mentioned in your previous post! And, of course, I picked them up . . . I was going to use them in oatmeal but I think once Mr. Noodle spots these quesadillas, I can’t get away with using it for anything else.
i love mango – your last 2 recipes look delicious. I have had mango salsa before, so I bet that quesadilla was fantastic.
YUM! I’ve added mango to a black bean quesadila once before but I really like your combo!
5 Star – Hope your like it. Your daughter has excellent preferences in fruit! 🙂
Sweta – Thanks so much for sharing your experiences and thanks for that tip! I haven’t seen it in the supermarkets here, but sometimes the Japanese market brings in varieties from other parts of te country so I will have my eye out.
lesley – It is a great combo!
Michelle – The mangos here are great! They do have season though and right now they are a bit harder to find, but still much more available and better tasting than in the US.
Hayley – Thanks for your comment. Fruit and cheese are definitely a great combo.
Dietitian – Yep.
Erin – I will admit it is a bit outside the box for some. 🙂
Reeni – It is!
Tangled Noodle – How cool! So glad you were able to get them there. Hopefully you’ll enjoy the combo. 🙂
lauren – Thanks! You know, I hadn’t even really thought of that. It really is a lot like mango salsa.
healthy ashley – I definitely need to try it with black beans. Sounds great!
This reminds me of a fish taco recipe that I have only minus the fish haha. I bet it is really wonderful. I think the fruit and cheese combo tends to worry some people but you just have to think of all the fruits like apples and pears that are wonderful with cheese before you pass judgement.
Mrs H – Now that might be a good idea. A fish taco. Tuna was mentioned, but I’m thinking a white fish would be good. 🙂
The mango/jalapeno combination is like a simplified mango salsa. I even have all the ingredients in my fridge, I could totally make one of these.