Salmon and Cheese Quesadilla

On some days I just get so sick of thinking what to cook for lunch/dinner. Rice, porridge or noodles? Ugh.. So once in awhile I would make this, Salmon and Cheese Quesadillas. Not only are they simple to make, they are super delicious!

Ooh... check out the stretched cheese....

Salmon is so nutritious, but my babies would only eat a few mouthfuls and they had enough of it. Maybe it's due to the strong flavor? But when I make these Quesadillas, the two kids could devour the whole salmon fillet by themselves. And that makes me a happy Mum!

Makes 2 whole Quesadillas

1 salmon fillet (or canned salmon)
a pinch of salt
a dash of pepper
1 heapful tsp mayonnaise
1 pc Laughing Cow cream cheese (about 16g)
1 tsp lemon juice

Shredded cheese
Whole wheat Tortilla wraps

1. Steam Salmon fillet with a pinch of salt. 
2. When cooled, flake it with your fingers to check for bones. 
3. Add mayonnaise, cheese, pepper and lemon juice. Mix well. 
4. Spread a thin layer on tortilla wrap. Sprinkle cheese on top of salmon mix. Leave a space around the edge. Top with another piece of tortilla wrap. 
5. In a slightly oiled frying pan, pan-fry the tortilla on both sides using low-medium heat until it is golden brown. 
6. Cut and serve!

Power Salmon Cakes

I bought a huge fillet of salmon the other day and wondered what to do with them. The only idea that popped into my head was pan fried teriyaki salmon. Yawn! So I saw this recipe on Jamie Oliver's Food Tube. This lady named Kerryan made these giant salmon cakes and they look simple enough!

Well, I was all ready to make these for the kid's lunch when I realised that I'm missing some ingredients. So I improvised and it turned out delicious! In fact, I think my recipe was even more nutritious as mine got some sweet potatoes added into them. As everybody knows, sweet potatoes are "power food" and sooo good for you, hence I'm naming mine, Power Salmon Cakes! Haha..

Makes 13 small fish cakes

Ingredients
1 potato cubed
Same amt sweet potato cubed
2 stalks spring onion cut finely
1 egg
250g fresh salmon, cut into smaller pieces
1/4 tsp salt
Dash of pepper
Some flour for dusting

1. Steam potatoes and sweet potatoes together for 10mins. Steam salmon for abt 5-10mins till just cooked.
2. Mash all ingredients in a large bowl. If u don't mind the raw egg, taste it to check seasoning.
3. Dust your hands with flour and roll into balls. With low heat and abit of oil, slowly pan fry them till golden brown. 
4. Serve!

On hindside, the mixture was so sticky, I'm not sure if the original recipe requires flour or not. But I believe not putting enhanced the flavor of the ingredients! Maybe next time I'll just scoop with a ice cream scoop and into the pan directly. The best way to describe this dish would be, begedil with salmon in it! Very kids friendly, very delicious and nutritious. A definite must try!