torta de carne asada

San Antonio, TX
Updated on Feb 24, 2013

I've eaten tortas and I wasn't a big fan of the bread that was being used (French). The bread is too thick and I couldn't taste the filling. This is my version of the torta.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Saute
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sliced onions
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 - serrano pepper minced
  • 1/2 pound thinly sliced tenderized chuck
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, fresh minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
  • - salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 - avocado
  • 1 tablespoon ricotta cheese
  • 1 - wheat thin rounds

How To Make torta de carne asada

  • Step 1
    In a medium heated skillet add olive oil, onions, and garlic. Saute until slightly translucent, add meat, lime juice, serrano pepper, chili powder, oregano, salt/pepper, and cumin. Cook to your liking(medium-rare etc).
  • Step 2
    Place wheat thin round halves on a cookie sheet and heat in oven until crisp.
  • Step 3
    Add asada strips on each halve with ricotta cheese, avocado, and serve.

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Category: Beef
Category: Other Snacks
Culture: Mexican
Keyword: #easy
Keyword: #fast
Keyword: #sandwich
Keyword: #flavorful
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Keyword: #carne
Keyword: #asada
Keyword: #torta
Ingredient: Pork
Method: Saute

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