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Tortas Ahogadas|Receta Del Birote Fuera De Jalisco (Historia Y Origen) 🇲🇽

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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Raúl López

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Torta Ahogada

Cultural Context

Originating from Guadalajara, Torta Ahogada is a beloved street food that translates to 'drowned sandwich.' Traditionally filled with succulent pork and drenched in a spicy tomato sauce, it reflects the vibrant flavors of Jalisco. This dish is often enjoyed during festive occasions and has inspired numerous variations across Mexico and beyond, making it a staple in Mexican cuisine.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250G harina blanca
70G o ML de agua
10G sal
12G azúcar
400G Masa Madre bien activa
1G o una pizca de levadura seca

pork carnitas

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: shredded beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes provide a vibrant flavor, while canned are budget-friendly.

avocado

🥗Healthier: smashed peas

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Smashed peas offer creaminess at a lower cost.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley gives a fresh taste, while green onions are economical.

1

Mezcla todos los ingredientes.

2

Amasa sobre una superficie hasta que la masa sea manejable y tersa, o la puedas estirar y ver luz a través de la membrana de masa sin que se rompa, toma de 5-10 minutos amasando.

3

Deja reposar por 2-4 horas o hasta que doble tamaño.

4

Divide en cuatro partes y da forma de birote o bolillo.

5

Deja reposar por 1-2 horas más hasta que esponjen.

6

Hornea con vapor a la temperatura más alta de tu horno por 15 minutos.

7

Retira vapor y baja la temperatura a 230°C.

8

Termina de hornear por 15-20 minutos más o hasta que escuches un golpe hueco al golpearlos.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Drowned Sandwich
Local Name: Torta Ahogada

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