🥘 Spanish · Lunch · Easy difficulty · Contains meat or poultry
Pan con Tomate with Pork
A silky Spanish lunch built around pork, seasoned with rustic bread and ripe tomatoes.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 555 kcal
- Protein
- 28 g
- Carbs
- 34 g
- Fat
- 34 g
- Course
- Lunch
About this Spanish wrap
Pan con Tomate with Pork is a Spanish lunch built around pork. It takes about 15 min from start to finish, 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, and serves 4.
Cooking method: wrap. Difficulty is rated easy. Contains meat or poultry.
Good for: under 25 minutes, high protein, kid friendly.
Ingredients
Quantities are for 4 servings. Change the servings in the app to rescale them automatically.
- 500 g pork, sliced
- 4 slices rustic bread
- 2 ripe tomatoes
- 1 garlic clove
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Sea salt
- Fresh basil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Method
Step 1. Season the pork and cook with a little oil until done, 8-10 minutes.
- Heat
- Off, no heat
- Look for
- Everything is evenly coated or just combined, with no dry pockets.
- Why it matters
- Mixing spreads salt, fat and flavour through the food so every bite tastes the same.
- Avoid
- Overmixing batters and doughs makes them tough; stop once just combined.
Step 2. Warm the rustic bread in a dry pan or oven so they stay pliable.
- Heat
- Off, no heat
- Look for
- Everything is evenly coated or just combined, with no dry pockets.
- Why it matters
- Mixing spreads salt, fat and flavour through the food so every bite tastes the same.
- Avoid
- Overmixing batters and doughs makes them tough; stop once just combined.
Step 3. Assemble: layer the pork with ripe tomatoes, arlic clove and olive oil.
- Heat
- Off, no heat
- Look for
- Everything is evenly coated or just combined, with no dry pockets.
- Why it matters
- Mixing spreads salt, fat and flavour through the food so every bite tastes the same.
- Avoid
- Overmixing batters and doughs makes them tough; stop once just combined.
Step 4. Fold, roll or sandwich it closed and toast for 2 minutes per side if desired.
- Heat
- Keep the heat steady
- Look for
- The new ingredient is coated and the mixture returns to a gentle bubble.
- Why it matters
- Adding things in order lets each ingredient cook for just the right time.
- Avoid
- Dumping everything in at once: delicate items turn mushy before tougher ones are done.
Step 5. Cut in half and serve with fresh basil.
- Heat
- Warm plates
- Look for
- Hot food on warm plates with a fresh, bright garnish on top.
- Why it matters
- Garnish adds colour, crunch and freshness. Tasting and adjusting salt or acid at the end lifts the whole dish.
- Avoid
- Waiting too long: the dish cools and crisp parts go soft.
Chef's tip
Do not overfill - it is how wraps fall apart.
Equipment you will need
- Frying pan
- Chopping board
- Clean towel to keep wraps warm
Nutrition per serving
Estimated per serving: 555 kcal, 28 g protein, 34 g carbohydrate and 34 g fat. Roughly 20% of the energy comes from protein, 25% from carbohydrate and 55% from fat, using standard energy values.
Nutrition values are estimates from typical ingredient profiles. They are not medical data, and brands and portions vary. Consult a doctor or registered dietitian about your diet.
When to cook Pan con Tomate with Pork
Substitutions and variations
- Warm tortillas briefly in a dry pan so they bend without cracking.
- Use large lettuce leaves instead of wraps for a low-carb alternative.
- Pack sauces separately if you are making these to eat later.
Frequently asked questions about Pan con Tomate with Pork
How long does Pan con Tomate with Pork take to make?
It takes about 15 min in total: 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking. Times are estimates and depend on your stove, pan and how small you cut the ingredients.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving has about 555 kcal, with 28 g protein, 34 g carbohydrate and 34 g fat. These are estimates for the recipe's 4 servings.
Is Pan con Tomate with Pork gluten-free?
It is not marked gluten-free in our data. Use certified gluten-free alternatives for any sauces or stocks if you need to avoid gluten.
Is it suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
No, it contains meat or poultry. For a meat-free version, swap the main ingredient for tofu, chickpeas or mushrooms and adjust the cooking time.
How difficult is it to cook?
It is an easy recipe with simple steps and minimal timing pressure, so it suits beginners.
Can I make Pan con Tomate with Pork ahead or freeze it?
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for 3-4 days. Most baked and saucy dishes freeze well for up to 3 months, but avoid freezing crisp items and salads.
How many servings does it make?
This recipe makes 4 servings. To change the amount, scale each ingredient in proportion. The interactive app's servings control does this automatically.