Torta de Jamón (Mexican Ham Sandwich)
Torta de Jamón is a Mexican Ham Sandwich served on a telera or bolillo. It became a Mexican food classic by the TV show, El Chavo. It’s ready in minutes, making it a great lunch option.
Servings: 1
Calories: 242kcal
Ingredients
- 1 telera or bolillo, sliced in half
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 slices ham
- 2 slices tomatoes
- 1 leaf lettuce thinly sliced
- Pickled jalapeños as many as you like
- Avocado slices optional
Instructions
- Cut bread in half.
- Smear mayo on one side of the bread.
- To the bottom half of the bread, add ham, tomato, lettuce, jalapenos, and avocado (if using).
- Top with other half of the bread.
- You can toast the sandwich for a few minutes on each side over a hot griddle.
- Or skip altogether the toasting part, and enjoy!
Notes
Torta de Jamón is a Mexican Ham Sandwich served on a telera or bolillo
You start with either a telera or bolillo. If you can’t find either of these Mexican breads, you can also use a baguette.
You can toast the bread at the end.
Nutrition
Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 757mg | Potassium: 288mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Iron: 1mg