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    Torta Ahogada – 400 Best Sandwich Recipes

    Published by Melissa on May 5, 2011 | Updated June 10, 2022 | 33 Comments

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    Torta-Ahogada

    Today I have a sandwich recipe for you for Cinco de Mayo. I had never tried a Torta Ahogada sandwich before but according to a great new sandwich cookbook, 400 Best Sandwich Recipes, “this popular sandwich from Mexico (usually in Guadalajar) is also called “Drowned Beef.” It is submerged partially or totally in a spicy sauce. This is a less spicy version made with tomato sauce, but it has a fabulous kick.” I can see why it’s such a popular sandwich. It really kicks a roast beef sandwich up a notch.

    Torta Ahogada - 400 Best Sandwich Recipes

    I was so happy to receive a copy of this new cookbook to review. My sweet friend, Alison Lewis, who I met while we were contestents in the I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter Bakeoff last November is the author. This is Alison’s first cookbook but she’s been working in the food industry for a long while. She blogs at Ingredients, Inc. where she creates healthy, family-friendly recipes that are easy to prepare.

    The cookbook is arranged by type of sandwich. So it’s really convenient to locate a recipe for the type of sandwich you’re craving. It has a breakfast sandwich section, a burgers, a wraps, a light and healthy sandwich section and more. One of my favorite sections is the condiments sections. A great condiment can make an okay sandwich great. I’m especially looking forward to trying the Chipotle Aioli next time I make a burger.

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    The Torta Ahogada recipe uses deli roast beef so this delicious, spicy sandwich comes together quickly. It’s a Sloppy Joe kind of messy sandwich, so make sure you have some napkins handy!

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    Torta Ahogada (Drowned Beef Sandwich)

    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time20 minutes mins
    Course: Sandwich
    Servings: 4 servings
    Author: Barbara Schieving
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    Ingredients

    • 1 10 oz can chopped tomatoes with green chiles Rotel
    • 1 15 oz. can tomato sauce
    • 2 tablespoons chopped chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 1 cup thinly slice onion I diced mine
    • 1 teaspoon jalapeno seeded and diced
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
    • 4 Bolillo rolls or crusty rolls split and toasted (I forgot to toast the rolls)
    • 1 lb. deli roast beef cut into strips (I warmed the beef)
    • 1 cup refried beans warmed, optional (I omitted)
    • 2 avocados thinly sliced

    Instructions

    • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine tomatoes, tomato sauce and chipotles. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
    • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion, garlic and jalapeno for 5 minutes or until tender. Add onion mixture to tomato sauce mixture, stirring well, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in cilantro.
    • Place rolls on a work surface. Arrange roast beef equally on bottom halves of rolls. Top with beans, if using, tomato sauce and avocado slices. Cover with top halves of rolls. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    slightly adapted from 400 Best Sandwich Recipes

    There have been lots of great Cinco de Mayo recipes posted this week. Here are a few I’m hoping to try:

    Strawberry Mango Salsa, Two Peas and Their Pod
    Grilled Churros with Nutella Sauce, Panini Happy
    Avocado, Tomato & Cotija Cheese Salad Recipe, Cookin’ Canuck

    And some of my favorites:

    Stacked Green Chile and Chicken Enchiladas, Barbara Bakes
    Carne Asada Tacos, Barbara Bakes
    Cinnamon Tortilla Chips, Sophistimom

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    1. anncoo

      May 09, 2011 at 8:44 am

      Mmm…an awesome sandwich that I would love to try 🙂

      Reply
    2. Barbara

      May 09, 2011 at 6:38 am

      I’ve been reading about this sandwich book, Barbara. It sounds like a gem we should all have. Your torta looks marvelous, comes together easily and the flavors sound wonderful!

      Reply
    3. Cakelaw

      May 07, 2011 at 9:37 pm

      What a terrific sandwich! Perfect for meatlovers. Good on Allison for publishing her first book.

      Reply
    4. Sarah, Maison Cupcake

      May 07, 2011 at 4:24 pm

      I’ve never heard of this but I really like the sound of it even if the name is a bit strange!

      Reply
    5. Lauren from Lauren's Latest

      May 07, 2011 at 11:45 am

      I’m going to have to pick me up a copy of that book! This looks delicious!

      Reply
    6. theUngourmet

      May 06, 2011 at 11:57 pm

      Now this is a sandwich! What a great combination of ingredients. I especially love the avocado and the bread looks wonderful as well.

      Reply
    7. Angie's Recipes

      May 06, 2011 at 10:16 pm

      Your sandwich looks awesome! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    8. Cookin' Canuck

      May 06, 2011 at 5:26 pm

      Alison’s new book is wonderful and I can’t wait to try this recipe from it.

      Reply
    9. Alison @ Ingredients, Inc

      May 06, 2011 at 4:42 pm

      Thank you so much Barbara for featuring this recipe and my cookbook. I am so glad to have met you last November, and I was so excited to see you in Park City. I appreciate you sharing my book and this recipe. I loved this sandwich!

      Reply
    10. kim sisto robinson

      May 06, 2011 at 4:25 pm

      I wish I could take a bite out of that sandwich this VERY minute 🙂

      Reply
    11. mamatkamal

      May 06, 2011 at 11:49 am

      I love Mexican food! Great combination of ingredients in one sandwich! I’m sure it tastes delicious! Thanks for the recipe.
      Cheers,

      Reply
    12. teresa

      May 06, 2011 at 10:20 am

      mmm, sounds wonderful, it looks like a party on a plate!

      Reply
    13. Lynda

      May 06, 2011 at 8:07 am

      This looks and sounds like a great sandwich, one we need to try. Love the idea of the spicy sauce and avocado. I’m always ready to try something new (to me).
      I’ll have to look for this cookbook too.

      Reply
    14. Faith

      May 06, 2011 at 7:05 am

      I love all the flavors and textures on this sandwich, especially the addition of avocado! Delicious!

      Reply
    15. Bonnie

      May 05, 2011 at 7:12 pm

      This looks really good. It’s nice to have something different in a sandwich for a change. It’s so easy to get in a rut.

      Reply
    16. Lyndsey

      May 05, 2011 at 7:10 pm

      Barbara, this sandwich looks awesome. I love to make my own sandwiches at home, that way you can get those perfect slices of meat and avocado on it! 😀

      Reply
    17. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella

      May 05, 2011 at 5:40 pm

      I thought it was a cake at first when I saw Torta but this looks just as delicious. I love sandwiches-the Sandwich Day on 30 Rock was one of my favourite episodes 😀 xxx

      Reply
    18. Rosa

      May 05, 2011 at 4:01 pm

      I love homemade sandwiches. Those looks so scrumptious. A great combination of ingredients.

      Cheers,

      Rosa

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    19. Ana Powell

      May 05, 2011 at 3:28 pm

      This awesome sandwich recipe is coming home with me ♥

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    20. Nicole@HeatOvenTo350

      May 05, 2011 at 2:33 pm

      This looks delicious! I love the combination of flavors in it, especially the chipotle chiles in adobo sauce.

      Reply
      • Anna Johnston

        May 07, 2011 at 10:44 pm

        Me too! A wonderful play on each of the flavours you’ve got going on there Barbara, love it.

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