Dairy-Free Tortas de Carne

Savor the bold and vibrant flavors of these Dairy-Free Tortas de Carne, a Mexican-inspired sandwich that combines perfectly seasoned beef patties with fresh, hearty toppings—all in a toasted bolillo roll. This dairy-free delight features juicy ground beef infused with garlic, onion, cumin, paprika, and oregano, creating flavor-packed patties that are pan-seared to perfection. Layered with creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, sliced tomato, and a generous spread of dairy-free mayonnaise, each bite strikes a balance between rich and refreshing. Add a dash of heat with optional pickled jalapeños and a squeeze of lime for a bright, zesty finish. Quick and easy to make in just 35 minutes, these tortas are perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings where everyone can customize their sandwich just the way they like it.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 units bolillo or crusty sandwich rolls
• 1 large avocado, sliced
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 4 units lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
• 4 tablespoons dairy-free mayonnaise
• 4 units lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, chopped onion, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to incorporate all the seasonings into the beef.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about the size of your sandwich roll.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a heavy skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef patties. Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

Step 4

While the patties are cooking, slice the bolillo or sandwich rolls in half horizontally and lightly toast them on a grill pan, skillet, or toaster.

Step 5

Spread 1 tablespoon of dairy-free mayonnaise on the cut side of each roll. Add lettuce leaves, avocado slices, tomato slices, and a beef patty to each roll.

Step 6

If using pickled jalapeños, add them on top of the tomato slices for some added spice.

Step 7

Top with the other half of the roll and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an optional citrusy kick.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1383.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2766.4

Total Fat 197.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 354.0mg	0%
Sodium 4994.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.1g
Protein 112.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 256.9mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 3132.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 21.5%