Empalme

Empalme is a Mexican sandwich consisting of two lard-brushed corn tortillas filled with refried beans and tomato salsa. Additionally, chorizo, hot chile peppers, and queso fresco can also be added to the dish as flavorful fillings. The sandwich is a specialty of the Mexican state of Nuevo León, and is sometimes compared to a stacked enchilada or a Mexican pizza. With its bold flavors and the pork fat differentiating it from other similar dishes, empalme is guaranteed to remain a staple of Mexican street food.