Tortas De Carne Asada Grilled Steak Sandwiches

Meet your new favorite sandwich: Tortas de Carne Asada! These grilled steak sandwiches are a mouthwatering fusion of bold, smoky flavors and vibrant, fresh ingredients. Juicy, marinated skirt steak takes center stage, seasoned with zesty lime juice, garlic, chili powder, and cumin, then expertly grilled to perfection. The steak is layered onto fluffy, toasted telera or bolillo rolls, along with creamy avocado, warm refried beans, and crisp slices of tomato and red onion for an irresistible mix of textures. A slather of mayonnaise and optional fiery jalapeños take this Mexican-inspired classic to the next level. Perfect for an easy dinner or a casual gathering, these hearty sandwiches deliver a satisfying, flavor-packed bite in just 35 minutes of prep and cook time. Get ready to savor every layer of these Carne Asada Tortas!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Skirt steak
• 4 Telera rolls (or bolillo rolls)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 Avocados, sliced
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 cup Refried beans, warmed
• 1 Tomato, sliced
• 0.5 Red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 Jalapeños, sliced (optional)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Place the skirt steak in a large zip-top bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the steak is evenly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until your desired level of doneness is achieved.

Step 4

Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice the steak thinly against the grain.

Step 5

Slice the telera rolls in half and toast them lightly on the grill or under a broiler until golden brown and crisp.

Step 6

Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each roll, and warm refried beans on the top half.

Step 7

Layer the thinly sliced carne asada on top of the mayonnaise, followed by avocado slices, tomato slices, red onion, jalapeños (if using), and fresh cilantro.

Step 8

Assemble the sandwiches by pressing the two halves of the rolls together. Serve immediately and enjoy your Tortas De Carne Asada!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1733.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4227.4

Total Fat 279.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 567.0mg	0%
Sodium 5595.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 176.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 391.6mg	0%
Iron 28.2mg	0%
Potassium 4706.3mg	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: 59.3%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 24.1%