Chipotle Beef and Guacamole Tortas
In Mexico, Tortas are a popular type of sandwich served on long crusty rolls called bolillos, but large, crusty French rolls work well. These are a spicy, Spanish version of burgers.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 tsp Chipotle Aioli Mix or Chili Seasoning
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp 3 Onion Dip Mix or Toasted Onion
- 1 tbsp Guacamole Dip Mix or Poco Picante Salsa Mix
- Sea Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- 4 large crusty rolls, split in half
- 1 large beefsteak tomato, sliced
- 1 cup Guacamole, prepared, divided
- 2 ripe avocados
- 3 tbsp Guacamole Dip Mix
- lime juice, optional
- 4 lettuce leaves , optional
Preparation
- Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl. Season with freshly ground Sea Salt and Black Pepper.
- Form into 4 patties, approximately the same size as buns.
- Grill patties over medium-high heat, browning both sides. With an instant-read thermometer, ensure a Food Safe internal temperature of 160° F (71° C).
- Place patties on bottom halves of rolls. Top each with tomato slices, 1⁄4 cup Guacamole and lettuce, if desired. Place top halves of rolls and serve.
Epicure Products Used
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 450, Fat 16 g (Saturated 4 g, 0.5 0 g), Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 590 mg, Carbohydrate 43 g (Fiber 6 g, Sugars 5 g), Protein 31 g.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with seasonal greens and prepared Epicure Dressing.