Mexican Steak Torta

Ingredients

• 1 pound steak, such as flank or skirt steak
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 bolillo rolls or crusty rolls
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1/2 red onion, sliced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
• 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the steak, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and set aside.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the steak is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
3. Split the rolls and toast them in the skillet until lightly browned. Place the steak on the bottom halves of the rolls.
4. Top with tomato, onion, jalapeno, cheese, avocado, and cilantro. Cover with top halves of the rolls.
5. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• The Mexican steak torta is a popular sandwich in Mexican cuisine.
• The bolillo roll is a traditional Mexican-style roll.
• Cotija cheese is a Mexican cheese made from cow's milk.
• Avocado is a popular ingredient in Mexican cuisine.
• Cilantro is a herb often used in Mexican dishes.