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Turkey and Avocado Sandwiches

Tortas de Pavo y Aguacate
Freshly cooked or leftover turkey makes wonderful sandwiches, Mexican style. Use bolillos (oval Mexican sandwich rolls) or French sandwich rolls. Cooked chicken can be substituted for the turkey.
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Equipment

  • medium bowl

Ingredients

  • Makes 4 servings
  • 1 cup packed shredded or chopped cooked deli or leftover turkey meat
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise plus extra to spread on the rolls
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground pepper or to taste
  • 4 oval Mexican sandwich rolls bolillos or other sandwich rolls, split lengthwise
  • 1 large ripe tomato very thinly sliced
  • 1 large avocado Hass variety preferred, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup finely shredded lettuce

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl mix together the turkey, 3 tablespoons of the mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Set aside.
  • Spread a little mayonnaise on each cut side.
  • Cover each bottom roll half with ¼ of the turkey mixture.
  • Top with tomato, avocado, and lettuce.
  • Cover with the roll tops and serve.
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Course; Sandwiches / Turkey
Cuisine; Mexican