Carne Asada Torta (Poc Chuc Torta) Recipe

Name: Carne Asada Torta (Poc Chuc Torta)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds thinly cut flap meat; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon crumbled dried Mexican oregano; 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from 3 oranges); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 bolillo rolls, halved lengthwise; Mayonnaise; 2 avocadoes, sliced; 2 tomatoes, sliced; Pickled jalapenos

Servings: persons

2 pounds thinly cut flap meat
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon crumbled dried Mexican oregano
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from 3 oranges)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 bolillo rolls, halved lengthwise
Mayonnaise
2 avocadoes, sliced
2 tomatoes, sliced
Pickled jalapenos

1
Place the meat in a 13-by-9-inch glass dish.
2
Sprinkle the meat on both sides with salt and pepper.
3
Toss the meat with the thyme and oregano, making sure the meat is evenly coated.
4
Pour the orange juice all over the meat.
5
Let the meat marinate for 30 minutes.
6
Heat a charcoal or gas grill, or use a stovetop grill pan, on high heat.
7
Once the grill is hot, grill the meat for 5 minutes per side, using tongs to flip the meat.
8
Remove the meat from the heat and allow to rest, covered, for about 10 minutes.
9
Slice the meat into pieces large enough to fit the bolillo roll.
10
Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the inside halves of each bolillo roll.
11
Season with some more salt and pepper.
12
Slightly toast the bolillo roll on the grill, cut side down, about 1 minute.
13
Place a sliced piece of meat on the inside of the roll.
14
Add the avocado and tomato slices.
15
Serve with some pickled jalapenos alongside.

121

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds thinly cut flap meat, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped, 1 tablespoon crumbled dried Mexican oregano, and more.

Yes, Carne Asada Torta (Poc Chuc Torta) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Carne Asada Torta (Poc Chuc Torta)

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