Pork & Cheddar Torta

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 10
Pork & Cheddar Torta featuring juicy pork chops and melted cheddar cheese in a crusty roll
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 crusty rolls , toasted ( the traditional roll is a `` telera '' , but a hoagie or French bread roll is just fine )
2 center-cut pork chops
1 lime , juice of
1/2 cup water or 1/2 cup chicken broth
4 tablespoons refried beans
2 jalapeno chiles , sliced ( use Fresno chiles if you like it on the mild side )
1 small tomatoes , sliced
lettuce
chopped cilantro
onion
1 bit mayonnaise ( or Mexican crema , or sour cream )
lots black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
880
Sugar
5g
Fat
56g
The Pork & Cheddar Torta is a popular sandwich in Mexico and a great way to use leftover pork chops. The sandwich features juicy pork chops and melted cheddar cheese in a crusty roll with refried beans, jalapeno chiles, tomatoes, lettuce, cilantro, onion, and mayonnaise. The sandwich is easy to make and can be tailored to your personal taste. Whether you like it spicy or mild, with lots of veggies or just a few, this sandwich is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Season the pork chops with black pepper and lime juice. Cook in a skillet until browned on both sides and cooked through (approx. 6-8 minutes per side).
3.Transfer the pork chops to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
4.Spread the refried beans on the bottom half of each toasted roll.
5.Place the sliced jalapeno chiles, tomatoes, lettuce, cilantro, and onion on top.
6.Place the cooked pork chops on top of the vegetables.
7.Add a bit of mayonnaise to the top half of each roll.
8.Top each sandwich with melted cheddar cheese.
9.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This sandwich is a great way to use leftover pork chops.

It is easy to make and can be tailored to your personal taste.

The combination of pork, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, and cilantro is a flavor explosion!

CONS

This sandwich is high in fat and sodium, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The jalapeno chiles can be too spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein and is rich in essential vitamins and minerals such as thiamin, niacin, and vitamin B6.
The vegetables in this sandwich provide fiber and essential vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and potassium.

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