Torta Ahogada Recipe
It is a specialty sandwich from the Mexican state of Jalisco, particularly in the city of Guadalajara, filled with carnitas and beans 'drowned' in salsa and topped with onion and avocado.
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Ingredients
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For the Torta Ahogada
Method
Preparation
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Prepare the Torta
Slice the bolillo rolls in half and lightly toast them. Spread a layer of refried black beans on the bottom half of each roll. Add a generous amount of carnitas on top and cover with the top half of the roll.
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Assemble the Torta Ahogada
Place the assembled tortas in a serving dish and generously pour the prepared salsa over the top to 'drown' them. Let them soak for a few minutes.
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Garnish
Slice the onion and avocado. Top the tortas with sliced onion and avocado. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
