How To Make Mexican Tortas With Chef Yia Vang

refried beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans provide more fiber and nutrients.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while still adding creaminess.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: banana peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Banana peppers provide a milder flavor.

Make chipotle mayonnaise using chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.

Cook pinto beans in a pot with water for about two hours.

Saute onions until cooked down, then smash the beans into a paste.

Spread butter on the bolillo rolls and toast them on a grill or in a pan.

Spread the smashed beans on the top side of the toasted roll.

Cook tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and mushrooms in a pan with oil.

Layer ham on the bottom half of the roll, then add cheese.

Add sliced avocado on top of the cheese.

Close the sandwich and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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