Corn Scallion And Red Pepper Quesadilla Recipes

GRILLED CHEESE, CORN AND SWEET PEPPER QUESADILLA

Steps:

• Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add the garlic, chopped peppers, sweetcorn chilli powder, and chilli flakes, if using and cook for about 8 minutes until the pepper is softened.
• Spread the hummus onto one side of a tortilla and top with the cooked sweetcorn and pepper mixture.
• Grate the cheese over the corn and pepper mixture and add mixed dried herbs, salt and pepper to taste.
• Cover with the other tortilla and cut into 4 equal portions before grilling on a hot pan. You could grill it first before cutting, I just find it easier to handle in a smaller portion.
• Grill for ½ minute on each side, until the cheese has melted and the tortilla is crispy.
• Serve hot.

FRESH CORN AND RED PEPPER TAMALES

Steps:

• Remove the husks from the corn, saving the large inner ones and discarding the very outer and the small inside husks (you'll need 3 husks for each tamale). In a large bowl, cover the husks with enough hot water to cover and leave to soak.
• With a sharp knife over a large mixing bowl, remove the corn kernels from the cobs saving all the juices. You should have about 1 1/2 cups of corn. Add the red pepper, sour cream, milk, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and cayenne pepper to the bowl and stir to mix.
• Drain the husks thoroughly in a colander and pat dry with paper towels. Place approximately 1/4 cup of the filling onto 1 husk and spread it slightly lengthwise. Bring the top and bottom ends to the center, overlapping slightly. Wrap another husk around it lengthwise, forming a cylindrical shape. Use one more husk to seal and secure the shape by wrapping the opposite way. Using butchers twine, tie securely crosswise and make a knot.
• Place the tamales in a steamer over simmering water and steam for 1 hour. Remove with a slotted spatula. Cut the strings and remove. Cool slightly, then serve with a dollop of sour cream and a drift of paprika.

CORN, SCALLION AND RED PEPPER QUESADILLA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place 2 tortillas on baking sheet and top with cheese, corn, scallion, red pepper and cilantro. Top with remaining two tortillas and bake for 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Alternative: Substitute any leftover cooked vegetables for fresh vegetables.

CORN, ZUCCHINI AND RED PEPPER TORTILLA BAKE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Add oil and onion to a hot skillet and stir. Add zucchini and red pepper. Saute until tender. Season with cumin, cayenne and salt. Add thawed frozen corn and mix together. Place 2 tortillas on cookie sheet. Sprinkle with grated cheese and a large spoonful of veggie mixture. Top with a second tortilla, cheese, and mixture. Top with third tortilla. Bake until cheese is melted, about 5 to 8 minutes. Cut into quarters and serve bubbling hot.

CORN AND SCALLION SALAD WITH CILANTRO-MINT DRESSING

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Combine the mint, cilantro, vinegar, 1 teaspoon of the honey, and salt and pepper to taste in a blender. Blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil and blend until emulsified. Taste and add more honey, salt and pepper as desired. Set aside.
• Heat a grill to medium high.
• Brush the corn with some canola oil, then season with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, until lightly charred on all sides and tender, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Let cool slightly, then cut the corn kernels from the cobs and place them in a large bowl.
• Add the scallions to the bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add some of the dressing and toss to coat. Transfer to a platter; top with the cheese, mint and another drizzle of the dressing. Serve immediately.