How to Make Mexican Tortas

When is a sandwich not a sandwich? When it's a torta. This inexpensive snack is available from carts on the street and at restaurants throughout the Mexico. Tortas are an example of a dish that is far more than the individual ingredients. Tortas are as varied as the cooks who make them and you, too, can be a torta creator.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• crisp rolls
• cooked fillings such as shredded beef or pork
• garnishes such as guacamole, diced sweet white onion, chopped cilantro, lime wedges

1. Cut a crisp roll in half and scoop out some of the soft interior.

2. Fill this hole with the filling of your choice. Leftover spicy shredded beef, pork, or chicken are all good choices. Chili is another great option.

3. Top the filling with garnishes of your choice--diced avocado or guacamole, diced sweet onions, cilantro. Squeeze some lime juice over the garnish.

4. Close the torta with the second half of the roll.

5. If you choose, brush both sides of the roll with a little bit of melted butter or oil and grill lightly on a hot pan.

Tips & Warnings

• Choose the best rolls available, crisp on the outside, soft on the inside.