Torta Cubana

History

The torta cubana is the maximalist king of Mexican street sandwiches, its name a loose nod to Cuba though it is thoroughly Mexican in spirit and execution. Born in Mexico City's fondas and street stalls, it piles a single telera roll with a staggering array of ingredients — milanesa, ham, chorizo, hot dog, egg, cheese, avocado, jalapeños and more. It is the sandwich for when you cannot choose, and choosing everything is the only answer.

Ingredients

• Telera roll (or bolillo)
• Milanesa (breaded beef cutlet)
• Sliced ham
• Chorizo, cooked
• Hot dog, sliced
• Fried egg
• Oaxaca or Manchego cheese
• Refried black beans
• Avocado slices
• Pickled jalapeños
• Tomato slices
• Lettuce
• Mexican crema
• Salsa roja

How to Make

1. 1Fry or bake the milanesa until golden and crisp. Set aside.
2. 2Cook chorizo and sliced hot dog in a pan until browned.
3. 3Fry the egg in the same pan.
4. 4Split and lightly toast the telera on a griddle.
5. 5Spread one half with refried beans and the other with crema.
6. 6Layer everything: milanesa, ham, chorizo, hot dog, egg, cheese, avocado, jalapeños, tomato and lettuce.
7. 7Drizzle with salsa roja. Close, press firmly and serve.

Known for it

• Tortas Don PoloFélix Cuevas 86, Tlacoquemecatl del Valle, Benito Juárez, 03100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico