Tortas de Milanesa

Tortas de Milanesa is a delicious Mexican sandwich featuring crispy breaded meat, layered with fresh toppings and served on a soft bolillo roll. This Halal version offers a savory and satisfying meal perfect for lunch, bursting with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Panko breadcrumbs - 100 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Bolillo rolls - 2
• Avocado - 1 medium
• Tomato - 1 medium
• Lettuce - 1 cup, shredded
• Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Oil - for frying

Steps

1. Begin by flattening the chicken breast to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, cumin, and garlic powder.
2. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, another with the beaten egg, and the third with panko breadcrumbs.
3. Dredge each seasoned chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the beaten egg, and finally coat it with panko, pressing gently to adhere.
4. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the breaded chicken in the skillet and fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. While the chicken is frying, prepare the toppings: slice the avocado and tomato, and mix mayonnaise with lime juice in a small bowl.
6. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it drain on paper towels.
7. Slice the bolillo rolls in half and lightly toast them if desired. Spread a layer of the mayonnaise mixture on both sides of the rolls.
8. Assemble the tortas by placing a piece of fried chicken on the bottom half of each roll, followed by slices of avocado, tomato, and a handful of shredded lettuce.
9. Top with the other half of the roll, press gently, and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado, beneficial for heart health.

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