Jul 14 2026
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Tortas De Pollo O Res Recipe

Inspired by La Despensa Latina
Time30m
Serves4

Chicken or Beef Tortas

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Ingredients

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For the Tortas

Method

Preparation of the Tortas

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients for the tortas. Ensure the chicken or beef is cooked and shredded. Slice the avocado, tomato, onion, and jalapeños, and shred the lettuce.

  2. 2

    Heat the Cooking Oil

    In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Toast the Bolillo Rolls

    Slice the bolillo rolls in half and lightly toast them in the pan until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.

  4. 4

    Spread Refried Beans

    Spread ¼ cup of refried beans on the inside of each bolillo roll.

  5. 5

    Add Chicken or Beef

    On two of the bolillo halves, add 1 cup of shredded chicken, and on the other two, add 1 cup of shredded beef.

  6. 6

    Top with Vegetables

    On each torta, layer sliced avocado, tomato, onion, jalapeños, and shredded lettuce.

  7. 7

    Add Mayonnaise and Season

    Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on each torta and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  8. 8

    Finish and Serve

    Close each torta with the other half of the bolillo roll. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

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