Traditional Salvadoran Rice Flour Quesadilla

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice Flour (sifted, room temperature)
• 2 cups Hard Cheese, grated (e.g., aged Salvadoran cheese, cheddar, or Parmesan (use half Parmesan if using))
• 4 large Eggs (separated, whites at room temperature)
• 2 teaspoons Baking Powder (double‑acting)
• 1 cup Natural Cream (heavy cream or Salvadoran crema, at room temperature)
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 cup Milk (at room temperature)
• 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil (neutral oil, can replace melted margarine)
• 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds (for topping, toasted if desired)

Instructions

1. Separate Eggs and Warm Whites

   Separate the four eggs, placing whites in a clean bowl and yolks in another. Let the whites sit at room temperature for a couple of minutes.

   Time: PT2M

2. Beat Egg Whites to Stiff Peaks

   Using the mixer on high speed, beat the egg whites until they become firm, glossy peaks (about 3 minutes).

   Time: PT3M

3. Cream Yolks with Sugar

   In the yolk bowl, add 1 cup granulated sugar and beat on medium speed until the mixture turns pale and fluffy (about 2 minutes).

   Time: PT2M

4. Incorporate Oil

   With the mixer on low speed, slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup vegetable oil until fully blended.

   Time: PT1M

5. Add Cream and Cheese

   Add 1 cup natural cream and the 2 cups grated hard cheese. Beat on low for about 1 minute until smooth.

   Time: PT1M

6. Combine Dry Ingredients and Half the Milk

   Sift 2 cups rice flour with 2 teaspoons baking powder into the bowl. Add half of the milk (1/2 cup) and mix on low speed just until incorporated.

   Time: PT2M

7. Finish Adding Milk

   Pour in the remaining 1/2 cup milk and stir briefly until the batter is smooth and without lumps.

   Time: PT1M

8. Fold in Egg Whites

   Using a spatula, gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter in three additions, keeping the mixture airy.

   Time: PT1M

9. Preheat Oven

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

10. Prepare Baking Trays

    Grease four disposable aluminum trays (or line with parchment). Spoon the batter evenly into each tray, smoothing the top. Sprinkle sesame seeds generously over each.

    Time: PT5M

11. Bake the Quesadillas

    Place trays in the middle rack and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

    Time: PT35M

    Temperature: 350°F

12. Cool and Serve

    Remove trays from the oven, let the quesadillas cool on a rack for about 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm with coffee or hot chocolate.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

1125

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

37 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

2 g