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	A '''torta''' is a type of food that varies in meaning and ingredients across different cultures and regions. In some countries, it refers to a type of cake, while in others, it is a type of sandwich. This article explores the different variations of torta found around the world.		A '''torta''' is a type of food that varies in meaning and ingredients across different cultures and regions. In some countries, it refers to a type of cake, while in others, it is a type of sandwich. This article explores the different variations of torta found around the world.

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	~~'''~~Torta''' is a term used in various culinary traditions to refer to different types of [[food]]. The term originates from [[Italian cuisine]], where it is used to refer to both sweet and savory dishes that are baked. In other cultures, such as [[Mexican cuisine]], torta refers to a type of sandwich.		== Torta ==

	~~== Italian Torta ==~~		A '''torta''' is a type of food that varies widely in different cultures and regions. The term can refer to a cake, a flatbread, or a sandwich, depending on the country. This article explores the diverse meanings and uses of "torta" across the world.

	~~In [[Italy]]~~, a ~~torta is a type of pie that can be either sweet~~ or ~~savory~~. ~~Sweet tortas are often made with fruit~~, ~~chocolate, or nuts, while savory tortas can include ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, or meat. The crust~~ of ~~an Italian torta is typically made from [[pastry dough]], and the filling is baked inside the crust~~.		== Etymology ==
			The word "torta" comes from the Latin "torta," meaning a round bread or cake. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a variety of dishes in different countries.

	== ~~Mexican Torta~~ ==		== Regional Variations ==

	In ~~[[Mexico]]~~, a torta ~~is a type of sandwich that is~~ typically ~~served on a roll called~~ a ~~[[bolillo]]~~ or a ~~[[torta roll]]. The fillings for a Mexican torta can vary widely, but common ingredients include beans, avocado, cheese, and various types~~ of ~~meat~~. ~~Some~~ popular ~~types of Mexican tortas include the torta ahogada, which~~ is ~~a pork sandwich drowned in a spicy sauce, and~~ the ~~torta~~ de ~~tamal~~, ~~which is~~ a ~~sandwich made~~ with ~~a tamale as the filling~~.		=== Spain ===
			In Spain, a '''torta''' typically refers to a flatbread or a type of cake. One popular variety is the [[Torta de Aceite]], a sweet, olive oil-based flatbread often flavored with anise and sesame seeds.

	== ~~Other Types~~ of Torta ==		=== Mexico ===
			In Mexico, a '''torta''' is a type of sandwich made with a crusty roll, known as a bolillo or telera, filled with various ingredients such as meats, cheeses, and vegetables. A famous variation is the [[Torta Ahogada]], a sandwich drenched in a spicy tomato sauce, originating from [[Guadalajara]].

	~~The term~~ torta ~~is also used in other culinary traditions to~~ refer to ~~different types~~ of ~~food~~. ~~For example, in~~ [[~~Spain~~]]~~, a torta can refer to~~ a ~~flatbread~~, while in the [[~~Philippines~~]]~~, a torta~~ is ~~a type of~~ omelette.		=== Philippines ===
			In the Philippines, a '''torta''' can refer to a type of omelette or a sweet cake. The [[Torta Mamon]] is a popular sponge cake, while the [[Tortang Talong]] is an eggplant omelette.

	== ~~See Also~~ ==		=== Italy ===
			In Italy, "torta" is used to describe a cake, often a rich, layered dessert. The [[Torta Caprese]] is a well-known chocolate and almond cake from the island of Capri.

	* [[List of Italian dishes]]		=== South America ===
	* [[List of Mexican dishes]]		In South American countries like Argentina and Uruguay, a '''torta''' can refer to a fried pastry known as [[Torta Frita]], often enjoyed with mate tea.
	* [[~~List of sandwiches~~]]

	[[~~Category:Italian cuisine~~]]		== Related Dishes ==
	[[Category:~~Mexican cuisine~~]]		* [[Tortilla]] - A flatbread or omelette, depending on the region.
			* [[Tart]] - A baked dish with a filling over a pastry base.
			* [[Cake]] - A sweet baked dessert, similar to some tortas.

			== Related Pages ==
			* [[Sandwich]]
			* [[Flatbread]]
			* [[Cake]]

			== Gallery ==
			<gallery>

			File:Torta_dolce.JPG\|Torta Dolce
			File:Torta_Mamon_(Philippines).jpg\|Torta Mamon
			File:Torta_Gulay.jpg\|Torta Gulay
			File:Tortang-Okra-Wide.jpg\|Tortang Okra
			File:tortamex.jpg\|Mexican Torta
			File:Torta_ahogada.jpg\|Torta Ahogada
			File:Torta_Chicharrones-Galicia.jpg\|Torta Chicharrones
			File:Tortas_de_aceite.jpg\|Tortas de Aceite
			File:06.Torta_de_Huevo_02.JPG\|Torta de Huevo
			File:Houghton_LAC8.Ib170.839t_-_Trages_y_Costumbres_6.jpg\|Historical depiction of torta
			File:01.Torta.JPG\|Traditional Torta
			File:TortaImperial-P1090313.JPG\|Torta Imperial
			File:TortaFrita.jpg\|Torta Frita
			File:Torta_verde.jpg\|Torta Verde

			File:TORTA_DE_HUEVO.jpg\|Torta de Huevo
			</gallery>

			== References ==
			* "Torta." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torta
			* "Torta Ahogada." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torta_ahogada
			* "Torta Frita." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torta_frita

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'''Torta''' is a term used in various culinary traditions to refer to different types of [[food]]. The term originates from [[Italian cuisine]], where it is used to refer to both sweet and savory dishes that are baked. In other cultures, such as [[Mexican cuisine]], torta refers to a type of sandwich.

== Italian Torta ==

In [[Italy]], a torta is a type of pie that can be either sweet or savory. Sweet tortas are often made with fruit, chocolate, or nuts, while savory tortas can include ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, or meat. The crust of an Italian torta is typically made from [[pastry dough]], and the filling is baked inside the crust.

== Mexican Torta ==

In [[Mexico]], a torta is a type of sandwich that is typically served on a roll called a [[bolillo]] or a [[torta roll]]. The fillings for a Mexican torta can vary widely, but common ingredients include beans, avocado, cheese, and various types of meat. Some popular types of Mexican tortas include the torta ahogada, which is a pork sandwich drowned in a spicy sauce, and the torta de tamal, which is a sandwich made with a tamale as the filling.

== Other Types of Torta ==

The term torta is also used in other culinary traditions to refer to different types of food. For example, in [[Spain]], a torta can refer to a flatbread, while in the [[Philippines]], a torta is a type of omelette.

== See Also ==

* [[List of Italian dishes]]
* [[List of Mexican dishes]]
* [[List of sandwiches]]

[[Category:Italian cuisine]]
[[Category:Mexican cuisine]]
[[Category:Sandwiches]]
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