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2 Pepitos sandwiches on a white plate.

Pepitos {Mexican Torta Sandwich}

Pepitos is a Mexican torta sandwich that is so full of delicious flavor and can be served so many ways!
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Prep Time 35 mins
Cook Time 8 hrs
Total Time 8 hrs 35 mins
Course Beef Slow Cooker Recipes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 Sandwiches
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:

  • 2 lb beef roast
  • 1 cup beef broth

Rub mix:

  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon cloves ground
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • ½ teaspoon anise ground
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano ground

Optional toppings:

  • Coleslaw mix
  • Rolls
  • Queso fresco
  • cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl mix together all rub ingredients until well combined.
  • Sprinkle onto the roast and pat on, covering all sides completely .
  • Allow the roast to sit for 30 minutes.
  • Pour beef broth into 6 quart or larger slow cooker.
  • Place roast on top of broth.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
  • Shred the roast and cook for an additional 2 hours ensuring internal temperature reaches 145 degrees.
  • Remove the middle of each roll.
  • Add meat and drizzle with broth from slow cooker.
  • Layer the sandwich with desired toppings.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 104mgSodium: 278mgPotassium: 547mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 130IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 4mg

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