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Mexican Torta Recipes: 10 Hearty Sandwiches

The Mexican Torta: 10 Sandwiches You Need To Try
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You've probably heard the word "torta" before. Maybe you're thinking, "Oh, I know, it's a cake." But that's not the kind of torta we mean. We're talking about the Mexican torta -- a hearty sandwich filled with the kinds of toppings you'd expect to find in a taco or burrito (refried beans, queso, avocado, jalapeño, etc.). But unlike tacos and burritos, tortas aren't made with tortillas. Instead they're made with crusty buns called bollilos. Filling-wise you can pack it with grilled steak or chicken, slow-cooked pork, chorizo or anything you like. We've got 10 amazing torta recipes in the slideshow below. You'll see they're more than just any average sandwich.

Mexican Tortas
Midnight Tortas(01 of10)
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Get the Midnight Tortas recipeLooking for the perfect snack after a long night of revelry? This torta made with fried eggs, spinach, pork belly and roasted jalapeños will surely hit the spot. (credit:Anna Williams/Food & Wine)
Grilled Chicken Torta With Chipotle Crema(02 of10)
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Get the Grilled Chicken Torta with Chipotle Crema recipe from Randee's Organized ChaosThis isn't just your average grilled chicken torta. The chicken is rubbed with achiote paste and a number of Mexican spices. Dressing it with a chipotle crema adds a nice level of heat. (credit:Randee's Organized Chaos)
Tortas De Milanesa(03 of10)
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Get the Tortas de Milanesa recipe from Spicie FoodieThis is one of the most classic and heartiest tortas out there made with a breaded pork cutlet. You also have the typical topping of refried beans, crema, avocado, sliced onion and jalapeño. (credit:Spicie Foodie)
Kalua Pork Taco With Pineapple Salsa(04 of10)
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Get the Kalua Pork Torta with Pineapple Salsa recipe from Everyday SouthwestThis torta takes inspiration from the Hawaiian pork roast that's cooked underground except this version does it with pork shoulder in the slow cooker. A pineapple salsa adds a nice level of tang. (credit:Everyday Southwest)
Hot Dog Torta(05 of10)
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Get the Hot Dog Torta recipe from Simple Comfort FoodThis Mexican-American torta has a fried hot dog at the center with refried beans, avocado and melted queso. Kids and adults alike will love the mashup of flavors. (credit:Simple Comfort Food)
Vegan Pibil Torta(06 of10)
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Get the Vegan Pibil Torta recipe from Namely MarlyNo pigs were harmed in the making of this pibil torta. Instead of meat, it features a medley of sautéed mushrooms, bean spread and pickled red onions on a homemade bollilos (bun). (credit:Namely Marly)
Mexican Tortas With Chorizo And Black Beans(07 of10)
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Get the Mexican Tortas with Chorizo and Black Beans recipe from The Little GSPCrumbled Mexican chorizo, mashed beans, sliced queso and avocado go into making this hearty torta. If you like yours spicy, drizzle with hot sauce like Cholula. (credit:The Little GSP)
Steak Torta(08 of10)
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Get the Steak Torta recipe from Pink ParsleyThese Mexican sandwiches feature grilled flank steak with refried beans, avocado, chipotle cream and shredded pepper Jack cheese. Feel free to use flatiron or skirt steak. (credit:Pink Parsley)
Tijuana Torta(09 of10)
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Get the Tijuana Torta recipeThis torta has all the flavor and the fillings of your favorite taco. As a vegetarian version, it's stuffed with mashed beans, salsa, pickled jalapeño and shredded cabbage. (credit:EatingWell)
Homemade Chorizo Tortas(10 of10)
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Get the Homemade Chorizo Tortas recipeWhen you can't find authentic chorizo to make your torta, try this recipe, which spices up lean ground pork or turkey with chile powder. It includes mashed beans and avocado, and queso fresco. (credit:EatingWell)

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