Jul 14 2026

Pambazo Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

A Mexican sandwich dipped in a red sauce and filled with potatoes and chorizo.

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Ingredients

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Pambazo Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chorizo

    In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the boiled potatoes and mix well. Remove from heat.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    Soak the red guajillo chiles in hot water for about 10 minutes. Drain and blend with garlic and a pinch of salt until smooth. If needed, add a little water to reach a sauce consistency.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Pambazo

    Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a skillet. Dip each bolillo roll into the red sauce, covering both sides. Place the rolls in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Fill the prepared bolillo rolls with the chorizo and potato mixture. Top with shredded lettuce, a drizzle of cream, and crumbled cheese. Serve immediately.

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