'Cachetada' literally translates into slap. And whilst the origin of the name is a mystery, I like to think is because they are so tasty that when you try them is like a gentle and flavoursome slap on the face.
Place the meat, half an onion, garlic, and bay leaf in a large pot of water. Cook over high heat until it comes to boil, then cover the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for about two hours.
Cut the other half of the onion into half moons, chop the tomato, the cabbage and crumble the cheese.
Peel and slice the carrots, remove the tail from the jalapeños and cut them in half and then into thick stripes.
Heat a little oil over medium heat and add the carrots, stir for a few minutes until softened, then add the jalapeños, half a cup of water, the vinegar, sugar and salt to taste, cook over low heat for about 15 minutes.
Once the meat is ready, put it in a bowl and shreed it with the help of two forks. Sauté with a little vegetable oil, adding a little salt and reserve.
In a hot pan, reheat the tortillas and spread the beans with a spoon and add the meat, folding the tortilla in three.
Heat a little vegetable oil and lightly fry the stuffed tortillas.
Serve on a plate and add the cabbage, cheese, tomato and onion on top, accompanied by your favourite salsa and the chillies with pickled carrot.