Torta de Jamón - Mexican Ham Sandwich

Two Mexican tortas on a cutting board with jalapenos on the side.

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Torta de Jamón - Mexican Ham Sandwich

This Torta de Jamón (Mexican Ham Sandwich) is a quick and satisfying meal layered with ham, cheese, avocado, and crisp veggies, all tucked into a soft bolillo roll. Perfect for lunch, road trips, or anytime you need something simple and comforting.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings:

Author: Yvette Marquez

Ingredients

4 bolillos (oval Mexican sandwich rolls) or other sandwich rolls
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
16 ounces deli ham, slices
8 ounces asadero cheese or muenster slices
1 avocado pitted, peeled, and sliced
1 tomato sliced
1 cup Romaine lettuce
4 jalapeños (optional)

Instructions

Slice the bolillos in half lengthwise, not cutting all the way through. Open the rolls and spread about 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the inside of each.
On each roll, place 1 to 2 slices of ham, 1 slice of cheese, some avocado and tomato slices, and lettuce. Serve with a fresh jalapeño.
Wrap it up with plastic wrap if you want it to-go.

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Notes

Bread: Serve on a traditional bolillo or telera roll. If you can’t find either, French rolls or hoagie buns work great too.
Cheese: Asadero is traditional, but muenster is a great substitute.
Make it to-go: Wrap in plastic wrap for a perfect packed lunch or road trip meal.
Spicy bite: A whole jalapeño on the side is optional but traditional — take a little mordida (bite) whenever you’re craving a kick!

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