Quesadilla: meaning, definitions and examples
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quesadilla
[ หkes.ษหdiห.jษ ]
food dish
A quesadilla is a popular Mexican dish made primarily of a tortilla filled with cheese and often other ingredients such as meats, beans, vegetables, and spices. The tortilla is typically folded in half and cooked on a griddle until the cheese melts and the tortilla becomes crispy. Quesadillas are often served with sides such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream. This dish can be customized according to personal taste and is a common choice for snacks and quick meals.
Synonyms
cheese-filled tortilla, grilled tortilla, tortilla sandwich.
Examples of usage
- I ordered a chicken quesadilla for lunch.
- The cheese was perfectly melted in the quesadilla.
- He enjoys making vegetarian quesadillas at home.
- We paired our quesadillas with fresh salsa.
Translations
Translations of the word "quesadilla" in other languages:
๐ต๐น quesadilla
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคตเฅเคธเคพเคกเคฟเคฒเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Quesadilla
๐ฎ๐ฉ quesadilla
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะตัะฐะดัะปัั
๐ต๐ฑ quesadilla
๐ฏ๐ต ใฑใตใใฃใผใค
๐ซ๐ท quesadilla
๐ช๐ธ quesadilla
๐น๐ท quesadilla
๐ฐ๐ท ์ผ์ฌ๋์ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุณุงุฏููุง
๐จ๐ฟ quesadilla
๐ธ๐ฐ quesadilla
๐จ๐ณ ๅขจ่ฅฟๅฅ็ ้ฅผ
๐ธ๐ฎ quesadilla
๐ฎ๐ธ quesadilla
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะตัะฐะดะธะปัั
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแกแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ quesadilla
๐ฒ๐ฝ quesadilla
Etymology
The term 'quesadilla' originates from the Spanish language, derived from the word 'queso,' which means cheese. Its roots trace back to Mexico, where corn tortillas have been a staple food for centuries. The concept of filling a tortilla with cheese and other ingredients likely evolved as tortillas became a common vessel for various meals. Traditionally, quesadillas were made with corn tortillas, but the use of wheat tortillas has become widespread. The dish reflects the rich culinary history of Mexican cuisine, showcasing the versatility of simple ingredients. Over time, quesadillas have gained popularity beyond Mexico, becoming a favorite in many countries, particularly in the United States, where they are often customized with a variety of fillings, demonstrating a blend of cultural influences.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,284, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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