Chola Sandwich
- 🥩 200g pork shoulder **Hormel Black Label**
- 🥖 1 large crusty bread roll **King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls**
- 🥔 2 medium potatoes, boiled
- 🧅 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 🍅 1 ripe tomato, thinly sliced
- 🌿 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 🌶️ 1 tablespoon llajwa sauce (Bolivian hot sauce)
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced **Spice World**
- 🧂 Salt **Morton**
- 🫙 2 tablespoons vegetable oil **Wesson**
- 🥬 Leaf of lettuce **Fresh Express**
- 🍋 Juice from 1 lime **ReaLemon**
Discover the rich flavors of Bolivia with the Chola Sandwich, a beloved culinary classic filled with savory and vibrant ingredients. This delicious sandwich offers a perfect balance of tender pork, fresh vegetables, and spicy sauce, making it a must-try for both food enthusiasts and casual snackers alike.
Discover the rich flavors of Bolivia with the Chola Sandwich, a beloved culinary classic filled with savory and vibrant ingredients. This delicious sandwich offers a perfect balance of tender pork, fresh vegetables, and spicy sauce, making it a must-try for both food enthusiasts and casual snackers alike.
Ingredients
🥩 200g pork shoulder Hormel Black Label
🥖 1 large crusty bread roll King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
🥔 2 medium potatoes, boiled
🧅 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
🍅 1 ripe tomato, thinly sliced
🌿 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
🌶️ 1 tablespoon llajwa sauce (Bolivian hot sauce)
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced Spice World
🧂 Salt Morton
🫙 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Wesson
🥬 Leaf of lettuce Fresh Express
🍋 Juice from 1 lime ReaLemon
Instructions
1- Prepare the Pork:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of Wesson vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until golden.
- Season the pork shoulder with salt and place in the pan. Cook until browned on all sides and the internal temperature reaches 145°F, about 15–20 minutes. Set aside to rest.
2- Prepare the Bread:
- Slice the King’s Hawaiian Sweet Roll open without separating the halves completely.
- Optionally, toast the inside of the bread in the oven at 350°F until slightly crispy.
3- Assemble the Sandwich:
- Layer the bottom half of the roll with boiled potato slices.
- Slice the rested pork thinly and layer it over the potatoes.
- Add slices of tomato, onion, and fresh cilantro leaves on top of the pork.
- Drizzle with lime juice and llajwa sauce for that authentic Bolivian kick.
- Finish with a fresh leaf of lettuce and crown with the top half of the roll.
4- Serve:
- Serve fresh and enjoy your Chola Sandwich with a cold drink of your choice.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: Approximately 550 per serving
Proteins: 32g per serving
Fats: 17g per serving
Carbohydrates: 65g per serving
Equipment:
- Frying pan T-fal E93808 Professional Total Nonstick
- Knife Wüsthof Classic Chef’s Knife
- Cutting board Joseph Joseph Index
Cooking Tips:
- For a spicier sandwich, increase the amount of llajwa sauce.
- Rest the pork for at least 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
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Chola Sandwich
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