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Fire-Roasted Pambazo Sandwich!
Ingredients:
– 4 pambazo buns, sliced in half
– 4 eggs
– 3/4 cup of diced potatoes
– 1/2 cup of caramelized onions
– 1/4 cup of cotija cheese
– 4 ounces of cooked chorizo
– 2 cups of refried black beans
– 2 tablespoons of canola oil
– 1 jalapeno pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt
– 1/4 teaspoon of fresh ground black pepper
– 2 tablespoons of sour cream
– Cilantro leaves, for garnish

Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Place the jalapeno pepper onto a baking sheet and place in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until charred. Remove from the oven and set aside.
3. In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil over medium heat. Add the potatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are lightly browned. Season with the kosher salt and black pepper.
4. In a separate skillet, cook the eggs sunny-side-up, then remove them and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the chorizo and cook until heated through, about 4-5 minutes.
6. Slice the charred jalapeno pepper into strips.
7. Spread the refried black beans onto the bottom of each pambazo bun.
8. Place 1 egg onto each bun, then top with 3 slices of charred jalapeno, a spoonful of caramelized onions, crumbled cotija cheese, and cooked chorizo.
9. Drizzle sour cream over the sandwiches and top with the browned potatoes.
10. Place onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
11. Remove from the oven and top with the cilantro leaves. Serve warm.

Pair with a crisp and light Mexican lager beer.

Fire-Roasted Pambazo Sandwich

The Fire-Roasted Pambazo sandwich is a traditional Mexican dish consumed in many Latin American countries. The sandwich is made with bread that is charcoal-grilled or fire-roasted until it turns golden and crispy, drawing out the smoky flavor of the bread. It is then filled with potatoes, chorizo, lettuce, tomato, and onion, which is held together with a deliciously spicy red sauce. This delectable combination of ingredients results in a savory and satisfying taste.

Where Is It Popular?

The Fire-Roasted Pambazo sandwich is extensively consumed in Mexico and countries in Central America, such as Guatemala and Honduras. In addition, it is increasingly becoming popular around the world due to the development of Mexican cuisine. As a result, the Fire-Roasted Pambazo sandwich can be found crossing international borders, filling in the streets of cities like New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Tokyo, and many more.

Making It Gluten-Free

Many people have dietary restrictions and seek to adjust recipes to fit their needs. The Fire-Roasted Pambazo sandwich can be made to be gluten-free, with specific adjustments. The base of the sandwich is the bread, which can be prepared with a blend of gluten-free flours like garbanzo and fava flour. Instead of chorizo, gluten-free proteins such as quinoa, tofu, or tempeh can be used as additional fillings.

Making It Vegan

The Fire-Roasted Pambazo sandwich can also be made to follow a vegan lifestyle. Vegan-friendly fillings can include beans, mushrooms, or veggies like zucchini. Furthermore, vegan meat options such as seitan or texturized vegetable protein can be used instead of chorizo, to provide a comparable texture. Plant-based ingredients such as vegan mayonnaise and cheese are also options for a vegan-friendly sandwich.

Looking for More Information?

For more information on the Fire-Roasted Pambazo sandwich, check out WikiPedia’s page on pambazos and TheSpruceEats’ recipe.