Pambazo

Pambazo is a traditional Mexican sandwich that features a soft white bread roll dipped in guajillo chili sauce, then filled with chorizo, potatoes, lettuce, crema, and queso fresco. Grilled until crispy and warm, this sandwich offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Ideal for those seeking to experience authentic Mexican street food in their home kitchen, pambazo delivers a taste of Mexico with its rich, spicy sauce and hearty fillings.

Ingredients

• 4 whole bolillo rolls
• 8 oz chorizo
• 2 medium potatoes, boiled and sliced
• 1/2 cup crema
• 1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
• 4 whole guajillo chilies, soaked and blended
• 1 Tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Soak the guajillo chilies in hot water for 30 minutes, then blend until smooth to make the sauce.
2. Preheat a grill or panini press.
3. Slice the bolillo rolls in half lengthwise, without cutting all the way through.
4. Dip each roll into the guajillo chili sauce until fully coated.
5. Fill each roll with chorizo, potatoes, crema, queso fresco, and lettuce.
6. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and grill each sandwich until crispy and golden brown on both sides.

Keywords: Hearty, Spicy, Traditional, Sandwich, Mexican

Spice Rack: Guajillo Chilies, Chorizo, Crema, Queso Fresco

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