COAL HOLLOW BROTHERS VENISON QUESADILLAS

Coal Hollow Brothers Venison Quesadillas image

Provided by Food Network

Time 42m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

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1 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon tequila
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/8 teaspoon cumin
2 pounds venison, trimmed of fat and sliced into 3/8-inch strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 flour tortillas
1 pound extra-sharp Cheddar, shredded
1 pound Monterey Jack, shredded
Salsa or taco sauce, store bought or home made, as accompaniment

Steps:

Combine all marinade ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Add venison and toss well. Transfer to a large resealable plastic bag and marinate in the refrigerator for 6 to 8 hours.
Remove the venison from the marinade. Heat the oil in heavy cast-iron skillet. Add the drained venison strips and sear for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the venison from the pan. Place cooked strips in a single layer on 6 tortillas, cover with a mixture of both cheeses, and add another tortilla as a cover. Carefully transfer the quesadilla into the skillet, pressing down slightly with a spatula to ensure maximum contact. Cook for 20 to 30 seconds per side, using caution when flipping over. Slice into 6 wedges with a pizza cutter and top with you favorite sauce.