Pueblan-Style Cemita Sandwiches Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Pueblan-Style Cemita Sandwiches are a traditional Mexican dish originating from the city of Puebla. These sandwiches are made with a soft, sesame seed-covered roll called a cemita, which is filled with a variety of ingredients. The most common filling includes breaded and fried meat, such as milanesa or carnitas, along with avocado, Oaxaca cheese, chipotle sauce, and pickled onions. The combination of flavors and textures in this sandwich creates a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Ingredients for Pueblan-Style Cemita Sandwiches Recipe

  • 1 Cemita Rolls
  • 1 Breaded And Fried Meat Cutlets
  • 1/4 Avocado, Sliced
  • 2 Slices Oaxaca Cheese
  • 0.13 cup Chipotle Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Onions
  • as required Breadcrumbs For Coating The Meat
  • 1/2 Eggs, Beaten
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Pueblan-style Cemita Sandwiches Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Start by preparing the breaded and fried meat. Pound the meat to flatten it, then dip it in beaten eggs and coat it with breadcrumbs. Fry the meat until golden brown and crispy.
  • STEP 2.Slice the cemita rolls in half and lightly toast them. Spread chipotle sauce on the bottom half of each roll.
  • STEP 3.Layer the fried meat, avocado slices, Oaxaca cheese, and pickled onions on top of the chipotle sauce. Place the top half of the roll on the sandwich.
  • STEP 4.Serve the Pueblan-Style Cemita Sandwiches immediately. They can be enjoyed as is or paired with a side of Mexican rice or a fresh salad.
  • STEP 5.For storage, wrap any leftover sandwiches tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate. They can be reheated in a toaster oven or microwave before serving.

Cooking Tips

  • For the breaded and fried meat, you can use chicken, pork, or beef. Make sure to pound the meat to an even thickness for even cooking.
  • If you can't find cemita rolls, you can use brioche or another soft roll as a substitute.
  • Feel free to customize the fillings to your liking. You can add sliced tomatoes, lettuce, or other condiments.
  • To make pickled onions, thinly slice red onions and soak them in a mixture of vinegar, sugar, and salt for at least 30 minutes.

Storage and Serving

  • Pueblan-Style Cemita Sandwiches are best served fresh and warm.
  • If you have leftover sandwiches, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • To reheat, remove the plastic wrap and heat in a toaster oven or microwave until warmed through.
  • Serve the reheated sandwiches with a side of Mexican rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
value
530
calories per serving
19 g Fat31 g Protein55 g Carbs26 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    19g
  • Protein
    31g
  • Carbs
    55g
  • Fiber
    26g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    55g
  • Protein
    31g
  • Fiber
    26g

Fats

  • Fat
    19g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    670mg
  • Iron
    17mg
  • Vitamin A
    3878mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    351mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    127mg
  • Vitamin E
    4mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    353mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    504mg
  • Selenium
    51mcg
  • Zinc
    7mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp