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    Home » Recipes » Beef » Mulitas de Asada

    Mulitas de Asada

    Last Updated November 9, 2022. Originally Posted July 23, 2021 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Mulitas de Asada are made of two crispy tortillas stuffed with beef and ooey gooey cheese. Serve with your favorite salsa and enjoy!
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    A hand pulling up the top tortilla showing the melted cheese inside mulitas.
    A hand pulling up the top tortilla showing the melted cheese inside mulitas.

    Carne Asada Mulitas, in a nutshell, are double-decker beef quesadillas. They are insanely good!

    You’ll find them at Mexican taco stands and Southern California food trucks everywhere. 

    A super tasty way to use up leftovers. 

    The recipe that I’m sharing with you today is an easier version of “mulitas de carne asada.” Or try making them out of beef birria. Both are DELICIOUS!

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    An image showing the ingredients necessary for to make mulitas.

    These are all the ingredients you need. 

    The best meat for carne asada: either flank or skirt steak. Here, you see chopped flank steak. 

    For those of you who like it spicy, add 2 jalapenos. 

    What Type of Cheese To Use:

    Use a cheese that melts well. Pictured is Queso Menonita, a traditional cheese from Durango.

    Or swap it out for Monterey Jack, Manchego, or Oaxaca cheese. 

    What’s the difference between a quesadilla and a Mulita?

    • A quesadilla is usually made of one flour tortilla or corn tortilla with cheese.
    • A mulita uses two corn tortillas and has meat and cheese. 

    Step-By-Step Instructions

    Raw beef surrounded by spices.
    • Season the meat with the spices. 
    • Mix well. 

    Easy Way:

    It makes it easier if the meat is chopped BEFORE cooking. At taquerias, they will take the grilled meat, chop it up, grill the meat again to get it crispy, then assemble the mulita. 

    By chopping it up before cooking, we are skipping an extra step. 

    Traditional Way:

    However, you can go the traditional route and grill the flank steak, chop it up, add to a hot skillet to crisp up, then assemble. 

    A collage showing how to make the filling for mulitas.
    • Cook the seasoned meat in a large skillet.
    • Add the onion and jalapeno. 

    The meat is ready when the liquid is absorbed and the meat is crispy. 

    About 15-20 minutes. Be sure to stir occasionally. 

    If you are going to cook the traditional way, here’s a good carne asada marinade. 

    How to Assemble Mulitas

    A collage showing how to assemble and cook mulitas.
    • Heat a well-oiled griddle and add a corn tortilla. 
    • Add shredded cheese, meat, and more cheese. 
    • Top with a second tortilla. 
    • Cook for 2 minutes and flip. 

    After you flip, open it up slightly. The cheese should be MELTING. 

    Some people like to add cilantro and chopped onions to the center at this point. That’s totally up to you. 

    A black spatula pressing down on mulita that is cooking on a skillet.
    • Press down as they cook.
    • They are ready when the cheese is fully melted. 

    Pro Tips:

    • Oiling the griddle is optional, but the oil will help make the tortillas CRISPY. The tortillas will cook with or without the oil. As long as the cheese is melted inside, you’re good to go. 
    • You can also DIP the tortillas in the fat from the pan to crisp up the tortilla.
    • If any cheese oozes out, it’s ok! Kinda like Tacos Gobernador and Birria Tacos, the cheese forms a crust that’s undeniably yummy. 
    A beef mulita on a decorative clay plate with a chile toreado on top and surrounded by toppings.

    What to Serve With It:

    • Lime
    • Roasted Tomato Salsa
    • Radishes
    • Chopped onions
    • Chiles Toreados

    You’re going to love every bite of these Mulitas de Asada. They’re loaded with flavor and yummy cheesiness that’s totally irresistible. 

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    A hand pulling up the top tortilla showing the melted cheese inside mulitas.

    Mulitas de Asada

    Mulitas de Asada are made of two crispy tortillas stuffed with beef and ooey gooey cheese. Serve with your favorite salsa and enjoy!
    5 from 14 votes
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    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 434kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    For the Beef:

    • 1 1/2 lbs flank steak chopped
    • 1 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
    • 1 tbsp garlic powder
    • 1 tbsp paprika
    • 1/2 tsp ground oregano
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1/2 onion diced
    • 1 jalapeno finely diced

    To Assemble Mulitas:

    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 4 cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack, Oaxaca, Manchego)
    • 20 corn tortillas

    Instructions

    For the Beef:

    • Season the beef with all the spices.
    • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet.
    • Add the seasoned beef, onion, and jalapeno to the skillet.
    • Cook until the liquid has been absorbed.
    • Stir occasionally.
    • Allow the meat to crisp up.
    • About 15-20 minutes.

    To Assemble Mulitas:

    • Brush oil all over a griddle.
    • Turn on heat.
    • Place a tortilla on the griddle.
    • Add about 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese to the center.
    • Add about 2 tablespoons of the meat filling on top of the cheese.
    • Add an additional tablespoon of cheese on top of the meat.
    • Place another tortilla on top.
    • Using a spatula, press down on the mulita.
    • Cook for 2 minutes.
    • Flip and press down again.
    • Cook for 2 minutes.
    • Remove and repeat until all the ingredients are gone.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    Easy Way:
    It makes it easier if the meat is chopped BEFORE cooking. At taquerias, they will take the grilled meat, chop it up, grill the meat again to get it crispy, then assemble the mulita. 
    By chopping it up before cooking, we are skipping an extra step. 
    Traditional Way:
    However, you can go the traditional route and grill the flank steak, chop it up, add to a hot skillet to crisp up, then assemble. Or better yet, use leftover carne asada.
    Pro Tips:
    • Oiling the griddle is optional, but the oil will help make the tortillas CRISPY. The tortillas will cook with or without the oil. As long as the cheese is melted inside, you’re good to go. 
    • If any cheese oozes out, it’s ok! Kinda like Tacos Gobernador and Birria Tacos, the cheese forms a crust that’s undeniably yummy. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 691mg | Potassium: 416mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 819IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 390mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Filed Under: Beef, Mexican, Recipes, Summer

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. Bernice

      July 25, 2021 at 11:04 pm

      5 stars
      Such a nice, easy dinner tonight. Loved all the flavours of this tasty dish.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        August 3, 2021 at 1:41 pm

        Yes indeed! Bet it was a tasty dinner 😉

        Reply
    2. Kylie

      July 26, 2021 at 1:11 am

      5 stars
      Yum! These are perfect for lunch!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        September 14, 2021 at 10:36 am

        Yes. I really wish I could have these for lunch today. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Anna

      July 26, 2021 at 2:33 am

      5 stars
      Great recipe, it was so easy to make and everyone loved it! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        September 14, 2021 at 10:36 am

        So glad everyone liked them.

        Reply
    4. Amy

      July 26, 2021 at 4:55 am

      5 stars
      Love anything with gooey cheese!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        September 14, 2021 at 10:36 am

        That makes two of us.

        Reply
    5. Sue

      July 26, 2021 at 4:57 am

      5 stars
      Deliciously cheesy!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 30, 2021 at 11:05 am

        Cheesy recipes are my favorite. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Freya

      July 26, 2021 at 5:28 am

      5 stars
      This was absolutely delicious and so straightforward to follow!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        August 3, 2021 at 1:40 pm

        Thank you! I try to make it easy on my readers with step-by-step pictures.

        Reply
    7. Oscar

      July 26, 2021 at 5:25 pm

      5 stars
      This was so good, we had a dinner party and made it. Everyone loved it.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        August 3, 2021 at 1:40 pm

        I wish I had been invited. lol! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Natalie

      July 27, 2021 at 1:35 am

      5 stars
      That looks delicious. I bet my family would love this. I just saved the recipe. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 30, 2021 at 11:04 am

        I’m sure your family would love this recipe. So yummy!

        Reply
    9. Toni

      July 27, 2021 at 2:52 am

      5 stars
      I just tried it and it was so good! Everyone at my house loved it!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 27, 2021 at 3:36 pm

        Crazy amazing good, huh? So glad everyone enjoyed them!

        Reply
    10. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/

      July 27, 2021 at 4:53 am

      5 stars
      Anything ooey-gooey cheesy is yum! Love these Mulitas de Asada!!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 27, 2021 at 3:36 pm

        Yes, that! So yummy!

        Reply
    11. Victor

      June 10, 2022 at 4:30 am

      5 stars
      It’s wonderful

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        June 10, 2022 at 10:39 am

        Thank you. I love mulitas. The cheesier, the better!

        Reply
    12. Kelci

      January 2, 2023 at 7:14 pm

      5 stars
      jalapeño made it a little spicy, if you don’t like heat don’t add the jalapeño. Otherwise was super yummy!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        January 6, 2023 at 11:30 am

        I totally agree. Glad you enjoyed otherwise.

        Reply

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