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Puebla Torta

Cultural Context

Originating from the Puebla region of Mexico, the Puebla Torta is a beloved street food that showcases the rich flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine. Often enjoyed as a quick meal, it combines fresh ingredients like avocado and spicy jalapeño with hearty pork and creamy refried beans. This dish has gained popularity beyond its region, with variations appearing in taco stands and restaurants across Mexico and the U.S.

MexicanMXPueblamain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 bolillo bread
1 lb top sirloin
1 cup refried beans
1 avocado
2 tablespoons pickled chipotles
1 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese
1/2 cup flour
1 egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup safflower oil
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: queso blanco

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

1

Prepare the classic buns with sesame seeds for the sandwich.

2

Bread the top sirloin by coating in flour, dipping in beaten egg with salt, and then pressing into breadcrumbs.

3

Heat about half an inch of safflower oil in a large skillet until shimmering.

4

Fry the breaded top sirloin for about 1-1.5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

5

Drain the fried milanesa on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.

6

Layer the sandwich starting with avocado, then add refried beans, fried milanesa, pickled chipotles, and shredded Oaxaca cheese.

7

Close the sandwich and serve.

Cooking Techniques

grillingfryingslicing

Equipment Needed

grillfrying panknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Torta PoblanaTorta de Puebla
Local Name: Torta Poblana

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