Meat Torta
A quick and satisfying Mexican-style sandwich with a seasoned beef patty, refried beans, creamy avocado, and crisp veggies, all toasted in a soft roll.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 2 whole bolillo or telera rolls
- ½ lb ground beef
- ½ cup refried beans
- 2 slices sliced cheese (like Monterey Jack)
- ¼ cup salsa
- 2 tbsp crema or sour cream
Instructions
- 1
Season the 0.5 lb ground beef with salt and pepper, then shape into 2 thin patties. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
- 2
Split the 2 rolls and toast the cut sides in the same skillet over medium heat until golden, about 2 minutes. Spread 0.25 cup refried beans on the bottom halves.
- 3
Place a cooked patty on each bottom half, top with 1 slice cheese each, and add lettuce, tomato, onion, and a spoonful of salsa.
- 4
Drizzle 1 tbsp crema over each filling, then close the sandwiches and press gently. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- spatula
- knife
- cutting board
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