Torta De Milanesa
Tortas De Milanesa
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Total: 20 mins
Ingredients:
For Cutlets:
- 2-3 pork cutlets or thinly sliced lean pieces of pork
- 1/2 cps breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
- salt and ground pepper
- 1-2 large eggs
- oil for frying
Toppings:
- refried beans
- Mexican crema
- queso fresco
- sliced onions
- avocado
- radish slices
- lettuce
- tomato slices
- jalapenos
- hot sauce
Bread:
- bolillos or telera
Instructions:
To prepare cutlets:
1. Mix breadcrumbs with garlic, salt and pepper until well combined, set aside. In a seperate bowl lightly beat eggs and set aside. Tenderize pork into a thin piece, cut away any excess fat. Dip the tenderized cutlets into the beaten egg, coat on both sides. Dredge the cutlets into breadcrumbs until coated well on both sides.
2. Line a plate with paper towels and set aside. Heat about 1/2 cup of sunflower, or vegetable oil. Once it reaches 175c or 350c fry the cutlets until crispy and brown. Allow to cool before assembling.
To assemble tortas:
1. Cut bread lengthwise, spread refried beans on one half and cream on the other. Place cooled cutlet on top of refried beans, and all or any of the suggested toppings.
***Chicken, turkey or beef may be used instead of pork if desired. *** Any bread may be used.