Tortas Mexican Sub Sandwich

Savor the authentic flavors of Mexico with these irresistible Tortas Mexican Sub Sandwiches, a delightfully hearty twist on traditional street food. Built on soft yet crisp bolillo rolls (or French bread), these sandwiches feature a perfect medley of textures and bold flavors. Packed with layers of seasoned shredded chicken, pork, or beef, creamy refried beans, rich avocado slices, fresh tomato, crisp lettuce, and tangy pickled jalapeños, every bite bursts with a satisfying combination of spice and freshness. A slathering of butter-toasted bread, creamy mayonnaise, and a crumble of queso fresco or panela cheese ties it all together for the ultimate indulgence. Ready in just 25 minutes, these tortas make an ideal meal for lunch, dinner, or any casual gathering. Serve with a side of tortilla chips or extra jalapeños for a spicy kick to enhance this Mexican classic! Perfect for fans of quick, flavorful, and hearty sandwiches.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bolillo (Mexican roll) or French bread
• 1 cup Refried beans
• 2 cups Cooked chicken, pork, or beef (shredded or sliced)
• 2 pieces Avocado
• 2 pieces Tomato
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 0.5 cup Pickled jalapeños
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 cup Queso fresco or panela cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice each bolillo or French bread roll in half lengthwise. Remove some of the bread from the interior if you prefer a less dense sandwich.

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Lightly toast the cut sides of the rolls until golden and crisp. Set aside.

Step 3

Spread a thin layer of refried beans on one side of each toasted roll and a thin layer of mayonnaise on the other side.

Step 4

Season the shredded or sliced meat with salt and pepper. If needed, warm it in a skillet or microwave before assembling the sandwiches.

Step 5

Layer the meat onto the refried bean side of the roll, followed by slices of avocado and tomato.

Step 6

Top with a lettuce leaf and a few slices of pickled jalapeños for added flavor and heat.

Step 7

Crumble queso fresco or slice panela cheese, and sprinkle generously over the fillings.

Step 8

Close the sandwich with the mayonnaise-coated side of the roll.

Step 9

Serve immediately with additional pickled jalapeños or a side of tortilla chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1921 grams (1921.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3765

Total Fat 211.20g	271%
Saturated Fat 52.60g	263%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.70g
Cholesterol 741mg	247%
Sodium 8739mg	380%
Total Carbohydrate 228.40g	83%
Dietary Fiber 38.50g	138%
Total Sugars 34.10g
Protein 236.40g	473%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 961mg	74%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 4588mg	98%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 24.3%