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A classic Mexican street food favorite, this Torta de Jamón y Queso is piled high with savory ham, melty Oaxaca cheese, creamy refried beans, and fresh avocado on a crusty bolillo roll. It's a quick, satisfying, and delicious meal perfect for any time of day.
For 4 servings
Prepare Rolls and Toppings
Toast the Rolls and Warm the Ham
Assemble the Base Layers
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A classic Mexican street food favorite, this Torta de Jamón y Queso is piled high with savory ham, melty Oaxaca cheese, creamy refried beans, and fresh avocado on a crusty bolillo roll. It's a quick, satisfying, and delicious meal perfect for any time of day.
This mexican recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 849.51 calories per serving with 42.01g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Melt the Cheese
Add Fresh Toppings and Serve
Replace ham with other classic torta fillings like milanesa (breaded steak), carnitas (braised pork), chorizo, or grilled chicken.
Omit the ham and use extra cheese, grilled mushrooms, roasted poblano peppers, and refried black beans for a hearty vegetarian torta.
Mix the mayonnaise with a bit of chipotle in adobo sauce to create a smoky and spicy chipotle aioli.
Add a layer of shredded lettuce or fresh cilantro for extra crunch and freshness.
The combination of ham and Oaxaca cheese provides a significant amount of protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
Avocado is rich in monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and can help reduce bad cholesterol levels.
The bolillo roll is a source of complex carbohydrates, providing sustained energy to fuel your day.
A Ham and Cheese Torta typically contains between 600 to 800 calories, depending on the size of the roll and the amount of cheese, ham, and mayonnaise used.
While delicious, a traditional torta is an indulgent meal high in calories, sodium, and saturated fat. It can be part of a balanced diet if eaten in moderation. The avocado provides healthy fats, and the fresh vegetables add some nutrients.
The best and most authentic breads are bolillo or telera rolls. They have a soft, airy interior and a crusty exterior that holds up well to all the fillings without becoming soggy.
Tortas are best enjoyed immediately after they are made to ensure the bread is crusty and the cheese is melted. Assembling them ahead of time will result in soggy bread. You can, however, prep all the ingredients (slice vegetables, shred cheese) in advance to make assembly quicker.
Oaxaca cheese is a Mexican string cheese with a mild, buttery flavor and a superior melt, making it ideal for tortas and quesadillas. While mozzarella is a good substitute, Oaxaca cheese has a slightly saltier and more complex flavor.
A torta is a complete meal on its own, but it pairs wonderfully with a side of Mexican street corn (elote), a light soup like sopa de fideo, or a simple side of pickled carrots and jalapeños.