Carne Asada Tortas

Carne asada is a delicious sliced grilled beef made with spices to marinate the meat before grilling. A torta is a Mexican sandwich usually served on a bolillo roll, a savory white roll that is crusty on the outside. We used a softer sandwich bun when we made our tortas, but you can look for French rolls if you cannot find bolillos and want the authentic taste.

Flap meat is another name for a sirloin tip steak, and may also be referred to as “faux hanger.” It is an inexpensive cut of meat that is perfect for grilling, but if you can’t find flap meat you can substitute flank steak.

Carne Asada Tortas

Servings per Recipe: 6 sandwiches

Calories per Serving: 580

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: carne asada tortas, cheese, guacamole, jalapenos, tomatoes

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Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Marinating Time: 12 hrs

Total Time: 45 mins

Carne asada is a delicious sliced grilled beef made with spices to marinate the meat before grilling. A torta is a Mexican sandwich usually served on a bolillo roll, a savory white roll that is crusty on the outside (we used a softer sandwich bun when we made our tortas).

Ingredients

• 2 lbs flap meat

Marinade:

• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup lime juice
• 3 Tbsp oil

For the sandwiches:

• 6 sandwich rolls, bolillo or French are most authentic
• 1/2 head shredded iceberg lettuce
• 4 oz. guacamole
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 8 oz. cotija cheese, crumbled (or shredded colby jack)
• 1/2 cup jalapeno slices
• hot sauce, to taste

Instructions

• Combine marinade ingredients and pour over the meat. Toss to coat and let marinate overnight. Grill meat until cooked to your preference.
• To assemble: Spread guacamole on the tops and bottoms of the rolls. Top bottom buns with meat followed by tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, jalapenos, and hot sauce. Gently press the top buns over the sandwich. Serve.

Notes

Flap meat is another name for a sirloin tip steak, and may also be referred to as “faux hanger.” It is an inexpensive cut of meat that is perfect for grilling, but if you can’t find flap meat you can substitute flank steak.

We used sandwich rolls for our tortas, but if you can find French rolls or bolillo, they are a more authentic style torta.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 1025mg | Potassium: 996mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1380IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 278mg | Iron: 7mg

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