Mexican Mania

~ Mexican Mania ~
The Indo Mexican way

Nothing can be easier than making some  power boosting, protein 
and energy packed Quesadillas. Besides being a perfect crowd pleaser ,
 this versatile Mexican snack is great kick of nutrition for tiny little 
taste buds. Wiki says - Quesadilla ( pronounce - kesadiya) is a flour
 / corn tortilla ( pronounce- tortiya) or a roti filled with a savory 
mixture containing cheese , bean mash and other ingredients , folded 
into a half moon shape and warmed till the cheese melts and 
the top becomes slightly crisp. The dish originated in Mexico 
and the name is derived from Queso - cheese in Spanish . 

A fusion of Indian and Mexican taste this Indo Mexicana version boasts
 of some boiled and  mashed kidney beans ( rajma beans ) tangy tomatoes,

 crunchy onions and peppers and a pep of  garlic - but you can add just about

 anything to customize these to your taste buds. I love my portion with some 

extra punch so off goes in lots of  green and red chillies and roughly torn
 aromatic basil ........ :) :) 

I always dream of making some  corn ones with the traditional Mexican flour  
Masa Harina someday  - but its unavailability urged me to switch over to the 
multigrain version. Hidden with the goodness of whole wheat flour, soy flour, 
oats and  some cornmeal ( makki ka atta) these are perfect for a snack or a 
complete meal.  

It wouldn't  be incorrect if i call these a colorful  makeover of the age old humble 
stuffed parantha . A generous mash of spiced veggie bean mixture , some cheese 
and lots of love is all thats required to make these .

 Even if there are some left over rotis -go ahead with those !!!! A stylish name 
some tangy accompaniment and it sets off to become a hit with the family esp the
 lil ones. Paired ours with some  mango salsa- I was lucky to spot some
imported varieties of mangoes even in this off season . But you can replace
 it with some kiwis, avocados , melons, pineapples even papayas or any soft 
pulpy sweet fruit of your liking. 

Multigrain Quesadillas 
(Multigrain tortillas filled with cheesy bean and veggie mash )

Serves 2-3 

 Ingredients

For tortillas -1/2 cup whole wheat flour ,1/3 cup oats flour (powder Quaker Oats

in a mixer till fine ), 2 tbsp soy flour, 2 tbsp cornmeal ( makki ka atta ) , 2 tbsp milk, 

salt to taste and some warm water for kneading . 

For bean mash filling - 1 cup boiled and mashed kidney beans( rajma) , 

1 large onion finely chopped , 2 tomatos finely chopped, 1/4 cup chopped bell 

peppers , 2 tsp chili -tomato sauce ( or regular tomato sauce) 2-3  flakes crushed

 garlic, 1/4 cup  grated mozzarella /  cheddar cheese,  Salt to taste, 2-3  tsp vegetable oil 

( for shallow frying) 

Method

Mix all the tortilla ingredients & knead into a soft pliable dough. Keep aside for

 10- 15 mins. Divide into 4 roundels & roll into flat discs or rotis on a lightly

 floured surface. Put on a hot skillet and flip once small specs appear . 

Cook from the other side till lightly browned. Place on a clean paper towel 

and cover  loosely with a cloth napkin. Keep aside. 

Heat a tsp oil in a pan, sauté garlic and onion. Add tomatoes and cook till mushy.

Mix in bell peppers, mashed beans, sauce and salt. Cook for a  min .

Spread the bean mixture on a tortilla ,sprinkle grated cheese & cover 

with the second tortilla.Cook on a greased skillet for 3-4 mins or till both

 the sides are crisp and golden.Cut into wedges and serve. 

Sweet & sour Salsa - Mix together  1/2 cup chopped ripe mango / kiwi/ 
 avocado , 1 chopped onion, 1 chopped tomato, 2 tsp lemon juice, 1 tbp finely 
chopped mint/ basil/ coriander. Season with  some salt and pepper . 
Toss well and serve. Tastes great cool.