MEXICAN CHORIZO AND POTATO PRESSED SANDWICH
Inspired by the jam-packed Mexican sandwiches called tortas, this recipe layers on flavors and textures - think sausage, beans, potatoes, lettuce and more. Here, the bread is key: a loaf from the supermarket will be more tender and easier to eat than a crusty one from a bakery.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 4h35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put the potatoes in a large nonstick skillet and cover with water by 1/2 inch. Season with enough salt to taste like seawater. Bring to a boil and turn down to a simmer. Simmer the potatoes until mostly cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain and let cool on a plate in a single layer.
- Rinse and dry the skillet; place over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon oil. When the skillet is hot, add the chorizo and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until crisp and brown, about 6 minutes,. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon. With about 1 tablespoon of fat left in the pan - remove some if there's too much or add more oil if there's too little - add the cooled potatoes and cook, stirring periodically, until golden brown all over, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the chorizo back to the pan and stir for about a minute. Remove from the heat and let cool completely.
- Slice the bread loaf in half horizontally and lay the two halves cut-side up. Pull out some of the bread from both halves (reserve for another use), leaving a 1/4-inch border. Spread mayonnaise on both halves. On the bottom half, layer ingredients in this order: refried beans, chorizo and potato, salsa, pickled jalapenos, Cotija, tomato, cilantro, shredded lettuce, some salt and pepper, and the top half of bread. Wrap tightly in parchment, wax paper or plastic wrap and secure with twine if necessary. Press at least 3 hours with a brick (see Cook's Note) or cast-iron skillet on top to flatten the sandwich, refrigerated. About 45 minutes before serving, bring the sandwich to room temperature.
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Dean Williams
[email protected]I made this sandwich for my family and they loved it! The chorizo and potatoes were perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing.
Amber Tickle
[email protected]This sandwich was amazing! The chorizo and potatoes were perfectly cooked and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again.
Lisaann Davis
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The sandwich was easy to make and it tasted delicious. I especially liked the combination of chorizo and potatoes.
Harmony Mattah
[email protected]I've made this sandwich several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love that I can use whatever kind of bread I have on hand.
Harry Kunwor
[email protected]This sandwich was delicious! The chorizo and potatoes were perfectly cooked and the bread was perfectly toasted. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy meal.
Jeannie Erickson
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chorizo, but this sandwich was actually really good! The potato and cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the chorizo. I would definitely make this again.
FOXY 212
[email protected]I made this sandwich for my family and they loved it! The chorizo and potatoes were perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Arbaz G
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The sandwich was easy to make and it tasted delicious. I especially liked the combination of chorizo and potatoes.
Sheraz Karamat
[email protected]I've made this sandwich several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love that I can use whatever kind of bread I have on hand.
Hamza Munir
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the sandwich turned out great! The chorizo and potatoes were a great combination and the bread was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.
Maniram Nepali
[email protected]I made this sandwich for lunch today and it was amazing! The chorizo and potatoes were cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again!
Sabajo Aengina
[email protected]This sandwich was delicious! The chorizo and potato filling was flavorful and the bread was perfectly toasted. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy meal.
Samantha Gutierrez
[email protected]I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the combination of chorizo and potatoes, and the sandwich was so easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.
Landon Ellis
[email protected]This Mexican Chorizo and Potato Pressed Sandwich was an absolute delight! The chorizo and potatoes were perfectly cooked, and the flavors blended together beautifully. The sandwich was crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. I will d