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Nutritional Values
520kcal
35gProtein
40gCarbs
24gFat
4gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Chacarero Sandwich
How to order / say it
Say it
Chacarero — [cha-ka-RE-roh]
Order
I'd like a chacarero sandwich, please.
Locally
Quisiera un sandwich chacarero, por favor.
Say locally
A hearty sandwich filled with thinly sliced beef, green beans, tomatoes, and chili peppers.
Why try it?
The Chacarero is a reflection of Chilean street food culture, showcasing a combination of hearty, local ingredients. It's a must-try for experiencing the everyday life and flavors of Santiago.
How it tastes
A symphony of flavors, the sandwich combines tender, juicy slices of beef with the crisp freshness of green beans and the spicy kick of chili peppers. The bread adds a satisfying crunch.
Origin & History — first documented: 1950
The Chacarero emerged in the mid-20th century as a farmers' lunch, combining available crops and protein. Over time, it became a standard in Chilean snack bars.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 250 g sliced steak
- 🌾 2 rolls fresh bread
- 🥕 100 g green beans
- 🥕 2 medium tomatoes
- 🥕 to taste chili peppers
- 🥣 2 tbsp mayonnaise
Method
- 1 Grill the steak slices until cooked through.
- 2 Boil or steam green beans until just tender.
- 3 Slice the tomatoes thinly.
- 4 Assemble sandwich with beef, green beans, tomatoes, and mayonnaise in a fresh roll.
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