Street Snacks & Botanas Callejeras

Tortas de Asada in Los Angeles

Look for crusty, split bolillo rolls toasted on the griddle and stacked high with charred carne asada, creamy avocado, and pickled chiles at Imperial Night Market in Downtown LA on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, when a vendor is serving it. Free entry.

2300 E 15th St, Downtown LA · Free entry
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CATEGORY
Street Snacks & Botanas Callejeras
PREPARATION
Crusty roll split, layered with charred steak, avocado, and condiments, then toasted.
MARKET
Imperial Night Market, Downtown LA
ABOUT THE DISH

About Tortas de Asada

Crusty roll split, layered with charred steak, avocado, and condiments, then toasted.

Toasted crusty roll with soft interiorSmoky, seared slices of grilled beefSpread with rich, warm refried beansLayered with fresh avocado and pickled jalapeños

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Frequently asked questions

What bread is used to make a torta de asada?

It is traditionally prepared using rolls called bolillos or split teleras.

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