Torta
A hearty Mexican sandwich with seasoned meat, fresh tomato, and onion, served on a crusty roll.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
- 4 whole bolillo or crusty roll
- 2 cups cooked shredded beef or chicken
- 2 medium tomato
- 1 medium onion
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 cup refried beans
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Slice the 4 rolls in half horizontally. Spread 1 tbsp mayonnaise on the cut side of each top half.
- 2
Spread 1/4 cup refried beans on the cut side of each bottom half.
- 3
Slice the 2 tomatoes and 1 onion into thin rounds. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- 4
Divide the 2 cups shredded meat evenly among the bottom halves, piling it on top of the beans.
- 5
Layer the tomato and onion slices over the meat on each sandwich.
- 6
Close each sandwich with the top half. Press gently to compact.
- 7
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium. Toast the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side, until the bread is golden and crisp and the filling is warm.
- 8
Slice each torta in half and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet or griddle
- knife
- cutting board
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