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Nutritional Values
450kcal
25gProtein
30gCarbs
28gFat
3gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Argentinian Grilled Sausage
How to order / say it
Say it
Choripán — [choh-ree-PAHN]
Order
I'd like a choripán, please.
Locally
Me gustaría un choripán, por favor.
Say locally
Grilled chorizo sausage sandwich.
Why try it?
Choripán embodies Argentina's vibrant street food scene and is a staple at fútbol matches and family gatherings. It's a historical reminder of the Italian influence on Argentinian cuisine and the passion for grilled foods.
How it tastes
The chorizo is savory and slightly spicy, with a smoky aroma from the grill. It's usually sandwiched in a crusty bread roll, often garnished with chimichurri sauce, adding a vibrant tangy-herbaceous note.
Origin & History — first documented: 1880
Choripán traces its roots back to the influx of Italian immigrants in the 1800s, who brought with them their love for sausages. It gained popularity in Buenos Aires as a quick, satisfying street food, becoming a national favorite.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 300 g chorizo sausage
- 🌾 4 bread rolls
- 🥣 50 ml chimichurri sauce
- 🥕 50 g lettuce
- 🥕 50 g tomato slices
Method
- 1 Preheat grill to medium heat.
- 2 Grill chorizo until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- 3 Slice bread rolls and add grilled chorizo.
- 4 Top with chimichurri, lettuce, and tomato slices.
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