Check out my Carne Asada Torta! I tried making this sandwich, and I can’t wait to have it again. Imagine the torta of your dreams! These Mexican sandwiches are filled with juicy and flavorful carne asada. But wait, there’s more! They’re topped off with a creamy avocado tomatillo salsa verde. If you want to up your sandwich game, this recipe is for you!
Ingredients
Method
**Making the Salsa:**
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add tomatillos and onion. Sear for 4 to 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Blend seared tomatillos and onions in a food processor with garlic cloves, cilantro, avocado, lime juice, jalapeños, and salt until smooth.
- Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
**Making the Carne Asada:**
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, white vinegar, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and black pepper to make a marinade.
- Add flap steak to the marinade. Mix well.
- Cover and let it sit for at least 30 minutes or overnight for better flavor.
- Preheat skillet or grill over high heat. Sear steaks until browned on each side, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Thinner steaks cook faster.
- Slice steak into small cubes or thin strips against the grain.
**Assembling the Torta:**
- Spread refried beans on toasted telera roll.
- Add steak, Oaxaca cheese, cotija cheese, lettuce, avocado, white onion, cilantro, sour cream, and tomatillo salsa.
- Close the sandwich and enjoy!
Notes
- For melted Oaxaca cheese, broil it in the oven before adding other toppings.
- Customize your torta with your favorite toppings like tomatoes, pickled jalapenos, or red onion. The options are endless!