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Pulled Pork Torta Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 bolillo rolls or crusty sandwich rolls
- 1/2 cup refried beans
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Special equipment needed:
- Slow cooker

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.
3. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker and pour in chicken broth and apple cider vinegar.
4. In another bowl, mix together brown sugar, ketchup, and barbecue sauce. Pour the mixture over the pork shoulder.
5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and falls apart easily.
6. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
7. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle powder, and salt.
8. Cut the bolillo rolls in half and spread refried beans on the bottom half of each roll.
9. Top with shredded pork, guacamole, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, and cheddar cheese.
10. Spread the chipotle mayo on the top half of each roll.
11. Close the sandwiches and serve.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 8 hours
5. Temperature:
Slow cooker on low heat
Serving size:
4 sandwiches

Nutritional information:
Calories: 780
Fat: 38g
Carbohydrates: 62g
Protein: 47g
Sodium: 1680mg
Sugar: 23g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork shoulder can be substituted with beef chuck roast or chicken thighs.
- Bolillo rolls can be substituted with ciabatta rolls or French bread.
- Refried beans can be substituted with black beans or pinto beans.
- Guacamole can be substituted with sliced avocado.
- Pico de gallo can be substituted with salsa.

Variations:
- Add sliced jalapenos or pickled onions for extra flavor and heat.
- Use different types of cheese, such as pepper jack or queso fresco.
- Substitute the chipotle mayo with sriracha mayo or avocado mayo.
- Serve with a side of sweet potato fries or coleslaw.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder to ensure even flavor.
- Use a fork to shred the pork easily.
- Toast the bolillo rolls before assembling the sandwiches for extra crunch.

Storage instructions:
Store any leftover pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pulled pork in the microwave or on the stove over low heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the pulled pork tortas on a platter with a side of chips and salsa.

Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges.

Pairings:
Pair with a cold beer or a margarita.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of Mexican street corn or a black bean salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork is not tender enough, cook it for an additional hour or until it falls apart easily.
- If the sandwiches are too messy, wrap them in foil or parchment paper to hold them together.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the pork to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
Tortas are a popular Mexican sandwich that originated in Puebla, Mexico. They are typically made with a crusty bread roll and filled with a variety of meats, vegetables, and sauces.

Flavor profiles:
This pulled pork torta has a smoky, spicy, and tangy flavor profile.

Serving suggestions:
Serve with a side of chips and salsa or a cold beer.

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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Spicy, Smoky, Sweet