Mexican-style Tortas Hamburguesas

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 bolillo rolls (or substitute with soft hamburger buns) 4 bolillo rolls (or substitute with soft hamburger buns)
• 1 avocado, sliced 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon chipotle sauce 1 tablespoon chipotle sauce
• Lettuce and tomato slices for garnish Lettuce and tomato slices for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat: 28g (Saturated Fat: 8g)
• Carbohydrates: 25g (Sugars: 3g)
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the ground beef, cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape into four patties.
2. 2.
   Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the beef patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
3. 3.
   While the patties are cooking, slice the bolillo rolls in half lengthwise and lightly toast them.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and chipotle sauce to make the chipotle mayo.
5. 5.
   Spread the chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each toasted roll.
6. 6.
   Place a cooked beef patty on top of the chipotle mayo, followed by avocado slices, pickled jalapeños, lettuce, and tomato slices.
7. 7.
   Cover with the top half of the roll and serve.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Avocado — Choose ripe avocados that are slightly soft to the touch. To prevent browning, squeeze some lemon or lime juice over the sliced avocado.
• Pickled jalapeños — If you prefer a milder flavor, you can rinse the pickled jalapeños before using them in the recipe to reduce their spiciness.
• Bolillo rolls — If you can't find bolillo rolls, you can substitute them with soft hamburger buns or any other type of bread roll you prefer.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a slice of melted cheese on top of the beef patty.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, you can add some sliced fresh jalapeños to the sandwich.
• To make the chipotle mayo more smoky, you can add a pinch of smoked paprika.
• Customize your Tortas Hamburguesas by adding other toppings such as grilled onions, sliced bell peppers, or even a fried egg.
• Serve the sandwiches with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans for a complete meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Tortas Hamburguesas warm, accompanied by your favorite side dishes and a refreshing beverage.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can wrap the Tortas Hamburguesas in parchment paper or serve them on a wooden cutting board. Garnish the plate with a sprig of fresh cilantro or a lime wedge for an extra touch of color.