Description
Savor the ultimate Mexican torta, a flavor-packed sandwich with juicy carne asada, creamy beans, and fresh veggies. This easy recipe delivers bold Mexican flavors in every bite, perfect for a quick dinner or festive gathering. Customize with spicy jalapeños or tangy pickles for a street-food classic at home!
Ingredients
1 pound skirt steak or flank steak
1/4 cup olive oil
Juice of 1 orange and 1 lime
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 bolillo or telera rolls
1 cup refried beans
2 ripe avocados, sliced
1 cup shredded lettuce
2 tomatoes, sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup queso fresco or Oaxaca cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup mayonnaise
Pickled jalapeños to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the marinade by whisking olive oil, citrus juices, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate the steak for at least 1 hour.
3. Grill steak 3-4 minutes per side, rest, then slice thinly.
4. Warm refried beans, prep veggies.
5. Toast rolls, spread mayo.
6. Assemble: beans, steak, avocado, tomato, onion, lettuce, cheese, jalapeños.
7. Serve immediately.
Notes
For variations, try chicken or pork. Store leftovers separately to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 torta
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg