Embark on a gastronomic journey with us to the heart of Zacatecas as we recreate a street food classic that will tantalize your taste buds in the comfort of your own kitchen. Presenting the crowd-pleasing Zacatecan-Style Chorizo Tortas, a delightful sandwich packed with bold flavors, the perfect blend of spice, and hearty chorizo, creating an explosion of taste in every bite. Ideal for any meal of the day, follow along to bring the authentic Mexican street food experience home.
Ingredients:
- 4 bolillos (Mexican sandwich rolls) or similar bread
- 400 grams of fresh chorizo
- 2 jalapeño peppers, finely sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 ripe avocado
- Mayonnaise (to taste)
- A handful of pickled jalapeños (optional for extra heat)
- 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil (for frying the chorizo)
- Butter (to spread on the rolls)
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Equipment: Frying pan, knife, cutting board, comal or grill for toasting bolillos
Servings: 4
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chorizo: Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a frying pan. Crumble the fresh chorizo into the pan and cook until fully browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.
2. Prep the Veggies: While the chorizo is cooking, slice the jalapeño peppers, tomatoes, and onions into thin slices. Peel and cut the avocado into slices.
3. Toast the Bolillos: Heat a comal or a grill over medium heat. Slice the bolillos in half lengthwise and spread a thin layer of butter on the cut sides. Place the bolillos, cut-side down, onto the comal and toast until golden brown and crispy, typically about 1-2 minutes.
4. Assemble the Tortas: Spread mayonnaise to taste on the inside of each toasted bolillo. On the bottom half, start by layering the cooked chorizo, followed by tomato slices, onion slices, jalapeño slices, and pickled jalapeño if you want an extra kick. Add avocado slices on top for creaminess.
5. Close and Serve: Place the top half of the bolillo onto your stacked ingredients, gently press down to secure the fillings, and serve immediately while everything is still warm and the bread is crispy.
Cooking Tips:
- If you're unable to find Mexican bolillos, substitute with any sturdy rolls that can hold up to plentiful fillings without falling apart.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño based on your preference for spice.
- For an additional flavor, you can mix some adobo sauce into the mayonnaise.
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This recipe is brought to you by Cocinando con Francisco y Mary, who share their love for authentic Mexican cuisine. For more amazing recipes and cooking inspiration, please visit their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cocinandoconfranciscoymary.
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