Tortas – Mexican steak sandwich
Forget cheese and onion sandwiches, we're all about Tortas! Delicious and full of flavour, this Mexican steak sandwich is the perfect lunch or dinner option.
Recipe and image courtesy of Bennett Opie
Tortas – Mexican steak sandwich
Up your sandwich game with our Mexican steak sandwich recipe!
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 5 mins
Total: 30 mins
Serves: 4
Published: June 11, 2025 at 10:42 am
Ingredients
- 450g/15.8oz bavette steak (or skirt steak)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 hoagie rolls or long crusty rolls
- 60g/2.1oz mayonnaise
- 1 can of refried beans
- 1 large avocado sliced
- 1 large tomato sliced
- ½ large red onion sliced
- 10 Opies mini gherkins sliced
- 10 Opies mini silverskin onions sliced
- 120g/4.2oz Cheddar cheese grated
Method
Step 1
Rub the taco seasoning into the steak so that it is well-coated. Leave aside for 5 minutes to marinate.
Step 2
Add the olive oil to a non-stick pan and cook the steak for around 5-6 minutes, turning halfway through.
Alternatively, place the meat on a medium-hot barbecue until slightly charred but cooked to your liking.
Remove from the heat and let the steak rest for 10 minutes. Once rested, cut into thick slices.
Step 3
Halve the rolls and spread a generous layer of mayonnaise on one side.
Spread the other side with a layer of refried beans, then add slices of avocado, tomato and red onion.
Spoon over the pickles, then top with slices of cooked steak. Sprinkle with grated cheese.
Step 4
Place the lids on the rolls then use a sharp knife to cut in half and serve immediately.
