El Chavo’s Torta

Dive into a quintessential slice of Mexican street food with El Chavo’s Torta. This version, abundant with rich fillings and homemade telera bread, embodies a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Whether you’re a fan of classic Mexican cuisine or simply looking for a hearty sandwich, this torta is sure to satisfy.

Ingredients

For the Telera Bread:
🍞 3 cups Harina de Trigo, Wheat Flour
🍬 1 tablespoon Azúcar, Sugar
🧂 1 sachet Picot Sal de Uvas, Grape Salt, Picot
🧂 1 teaspoon Sal, Salt
🍞 1 tablespoon Levadura, Yeast
💧 1 ½ cups Agua Tibia, Warm Water
🍬 2 tablespoons Azúcar, Sugar
🫒 1 tablespoon Aceite, Oil

For the Torta Filling:
🧈 Butter for toasting bread
🥄 1-2 tablespoons Mayonnaise, spread
🌶️ 1-2 tablespoons Chipotle chili paste, spread
🥑 ½ Avocado, sliced or mashed
🍖 1 large, thick slice or 2-3 regular slices Ham, grilled
🍅 3-4 thin slices Tomato
🥬 A generous handful Lettuce, shredded
🧀 Queso Oaxaca, Oaxaca Cheese or Quesillo, shredded
🧂 Salt, a pinch, for lettuce/tomato

Instructions

A. Preparing the Telera Bread:
1- Activate Yeast:

• Combine 1 ½ cups warm water, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 tablespoon yeast in a metal mixing bowl.
• Mix thoroughly and set aside until the mixture becomes frothy.

2- Mix Dry Ingredients:

• In another bowl, combine 3 cups wheat flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 sachet (5g) Picot Sal de Uvas.
• Stir with a spatula until well mixed.

3- Combine & Knead:

• Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
• Transfer to a floured surface and knead until the dough is smooth, soft, and elastic.

4- First Proofing:

• Lightly grease a metal bowl with PAM cooking spray.
• Place the dough inside, cover with Kirkland Stretch-Tite Food Wrap, and let it rest for about 1 hour in a warm area.

5- Divide & Shape:

• Roll the dough into a log.
• Divide into 5 equal pieces for standard-sized teleras.
• Flatten each into an oval and create two indentations across each using a dough scraper.

6- Second Proofing:

• Place shaped teleras on a PAM-sprayed baking sheet.
• Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.

7- Bake:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
• Spray the teleras with water before baking for 20 minutes until golden brown.
• Let cool for 5 minutes.

B. Assembling the Abundant Torta:
1- Slice Bread:

• Split a telera roll horizontally.

2- Butter & Toast:

• Butter the cut sides and toast in a hot frying pan until golden and crisp.

3- Spread Condiments:

• Spread mayonnaise on one half, chipotle paste on the other.

4- Add Fillings:

• Layer with avocado, grilled ham, tomato slices, lettuce, and Oaxaca cheese.

5- Assemble & Serve:

• Place the top half gently and slice the torta for easier handling.
• Serve immediately.

Prep Time: Approximately 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes
Servings: This recipe makes approximately 5 abundant tortas.
Equipment: Metal mixing bowls, Ceramic bowl, Whisk, Spatula, Wooden cutting board, Dough scraper, PAM cooking spray, Oven, Frying pan, Tongs, Knife

Cooking Tips

• For best dough quality, ensure water is warm and not hot.
• Light mist of water prior to baking ensures a crispy crust.
• Customize fillings to suit your taste preferences.

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El Chavo’s Torta