Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

bolillos rolls

1.5 lbs

flank steaks

thinly sliced

14.5 unit

rosarita zesty fat free refried beans with jalapeno

2 cups

lettuce

finely chopped

1 cup

sharp cheddar cheese

shredded

2 tbsp

hot sauce

3 unit

tomatoes

diced

3 tbsp

yellow onions

finely minced

1.5 unit

jalapenos

minced

1 unit

lime

juice of

2 tbsp

cilantro

finely minced

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

garlic clove

minced

0.13 tsp

sea salt

0.25 tsp

fresh cracked black pepper

3 unit

avocados

1 tbsp

yellow onion

finely minced

0.5 unit

jalapeno

minced

1 tbsp

cilantro

minced

1 unit

garlic clove

minced

0.5 unit

lime

juice of

0.13 tsp

sea salt

0.13 tsp

pepper

fresh cracked

Step 1
~4 min

Prepare the salsa fresca by combining diced tomatoes, minced yellow onions, minced jalapenos, lime juice, minced cilantro, olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and fresh cracked black pepper. Chill for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 2
~4 min

Make the guacamole: Combine avocados, minced yellow onion, minced jalapeno, minced cilantro, minced garlic, lime juice, sea salt, and fresh cracked pepper in an electric mixer and blend until smooth.

Step 3
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) for toasting the bolillos rolls.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat the refried beans over medium-low heat until hot.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook the thinly sliced flank steaks in a large skillet or on a barbecue grill until lightly browned on the outside and still slightly pink in the middle.

Step 6
~4 min

Let the cooked steaks rest for 5 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

While the meat is resting, slice the bolillos rolls in half and toast them in the preheated oven for about 4 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

Cut the rested carne asada into small pieces or strips.

Step 9
~4 min

Spread one half of each bolillos roll with guacamole.

Step 10
~4 min

Spread the other half of each bolillos roll with hot refried beans.

Step 11
~4 min

If using, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beans.

Step 12
~4 min

Top the beans (and cheese, if using) with the sliced carne asada, chopped lettuce, salsa fresca, and hot sauce (if using).

Step 13
~4 min

Close the sandwich halves together, press down slightly, and cut each sandwich in half.

Step 14
~4 min

Serve immediately with extra salsa and guacamole.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the flank steak for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak is cooked to your desired doneness.

Warm the bolillos rolls slightly before toasting for a softer texture.

Add pickled onions for extra tang.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Salsa fresca and guacamole can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips

Serve with Mexican rice and beans

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican street corn
Churros

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Mexico.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Independence Day

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Party
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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