MEXICAN SANDWICHES

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Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Sandwich     Bean     Cheese     Onion     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Avocado     Jalapeño     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 large sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup pork lard or vegetable oil
1/3 cup finely chopped white onion plus 8 very thin slices
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or water
4 large soft white rolls, such as Portuguese (preferably oblong)
2 cups shredded roast chicken or pork
4 tablespoons crema or sour cream
12 to 16 slices pickled jalapeños with 2 teaspoons juice from can or jar
1/4 cup crumbled queso cotija (aged white cheese) or parmesan
1/3 cup cilantro leaves
2 radishes, very thinly sliced
1 (6- to 8-ounces) firm-ripe avocado, sliced
2 cups thinly sliced romaine

Steps:

  • Heat lard in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, then cook chopped onion and garlic, stirring, until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add beans, broth, and 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste) and simmer, mashing beans, until beans resemble a coarse purée, about 5 minutes.
  • Halve rolls horizontally and hollow out slightly, discarding excess bread. Generously spread refried beans on both sides of each roll, then make sandwiches with remaining ingredients and salt to taste.

Andre Anderson
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Overall, I thought these sandwiches were great! They're easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


Martin ez Stacy
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I thought the sandwiches were a bit dry. Next time, I'll add some more sauce or cheese.


Martha I. SEREMA
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I found that the sandwiches were a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone them down by using less chili powder.


Sheuli Khan
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These sandwiches are a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I also like to add some chopped avocado or salsa for extra flavor.


Mohammadzahid Mohammadzahid
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I love that these sandwiches can be customized to your own liking. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Kame Kilam
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I've made these sandwiches several times now and they're always a hit. They're perfect for potlucks or parties.


Chimaobi Ohaji
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes to make for my family. These sandwiches fit the bill perfectly.


Ben Banks
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These sandwiches are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the colorful bell peppers and corn.


Victor Oyeniran
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I made these sandwiches for my family and they loved them! Even my picky kids ate them up.


Panda Magar
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but I really enjoyed these sandwiches. They were flavorful and filling.


Amy O'Reilly
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Overall, I thought these sandwiches were great! They're easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


frank c
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I found that the sandwiches were a bit dry. Next time, I'll add some more sauce or cheese.


Saiyan Rahman
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The sandwiches were a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone them down by using less chili powder.


Vicky Voneye
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These sandwiches are a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I also like to add some chopped avocado or salsa for extra flavor.


Kalim Himat
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I love that these sandwiches can be made ahead of time, making them perfect for busy weeknights.


Rubel Sawdagar
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I've made these sandwiches a few times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is perfect.


Jayden Perkins
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These Mexican sandwiches were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.