A Sandwich A Day: Torta de Pollo at Tehuitzingo

In this great city of ours, one could eat a different sandwich every day of the year—so that's what we'll do. Here's A Sandwich a Day, our daily look at sandwiches around New York. Got a sandwich we should check out? Let us know. —The Mgmt.

[Photograph: Kenji Lopez-Alt]

While Tehuitzingo Deli & Grocery might not drag you out to 10th Avenue and 48th Street, their torta de pollo is a great lunch if you're near. A balanced sandwich, the ingredients are well-proportioned and not overwhelmed by the mayonnaise. Although the tomato is a bit bland, the long and juicy jalapeno strips bring a pleasant heat that persists. There's a little bit of creaminess in the background, the work of the mayo and avocado, and the flavorful shredded chicken is rightfully at the forefront. At $6, it's notably cheap for such a sizable meal.

Tehuitzingo

695 10th Avenue, New York NY 10036 (map) 212-397-5956

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