Description
Tortas Mexicanas are a celebration of Mexican street food in the comfort of your home. This sandwich combines layers of soft, crusty bread, flavorful proteins like grilled chicken or carnitas, creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, tangy pickled jalapeños, and melty cheese. Each bite is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it a go-to for a hearty lunch, casual dinner, or special gathering. With this guide, you’ll learn how to assemble a torta that tastes just like it came from a bustling Mexican street stand, complete with tips, substitutions, and serving suggestions to elevate the experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bolillo or telera rolls
- 1 lb protein of choice (chicken, carnitas, milanesa, or ham)
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños
- 1/2 cup cheese (queso fresco or Monterey Jack)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1/4 cup refried beans
- Salt, pepper, lime juice to taste
Instructions
- Cut bread in half and lightly toast if desired.
- Season and cook protein until fully cooked and golden.
- Prepare avocado spread and warm refried beans.
- Spread mayonnaise and refried beans on the bottom half of each roll.
- Layer with protein, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, pickled jalapeños, and cheese.
- Drizzle with hot sauce or a squeeze of lime.
- Cover with top half of bread, press lightly, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate protein with lime, garlic, and salt.
- Assemble just before serving to prevent soggy bread.
- Add extra toppings like cilantro or radish slices for freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Sandwich
- Method: Grilling / Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg