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Mexican Torta Recipe

Mexican Torta Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 torta 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Mexican Torta recipe is a classic sandwich filled with layers of delicious flavors like ham, bacon, cheese, avocado, jalapeños, and more. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!


Ingredients

Scale

Bread:

  • 1 telera or bolillo roll, sliced in half

Spread:

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard

Filling:

  • 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 4 ounces thinly sliced deli ham or cooked chicken
  • 2 slices cooked bacon
  • 2 slices ripe tomato
  • 23 pickled jalapeños
  • Shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 2 slices Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon refried beans (optional)

Others:

  • Butter for toasting bread

Instructions

  1. Slice and Toast Bread: Slice the roll in half and lightly butter the cut sides. Toast the bread on a skillet or griddle until golden brown.
  2. Spread Mayonnaise and Mustard: Spread mayonnaise and mustard on each half.
  3. Layer Ingredients: On the bottom half, layer the refried beans if using, then add sliced ham or chicken, bacon, cheese, avocado, tomato slices, jalapeños, and shredded lettuce.
  4. Assemble and Serve: Cover with the top half of the roll. Press down gently, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can swap the meat for milanesa (breaded fried steak) or carnitas.
  • Add more or less jalapeños to adjust the spice level.
  • Serve with a squeeze of lime juice if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 torta
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg