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ChoripƔn

Argentina's beloved street food. A grilled chorizo in crusty bread with chimichurriā€”simple perfection.

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 15 min
Serves: 4 sandwiches
Easy

Ingredients

  • 4 Argentine chorizos (or good quality pork sausages)
  • 4 crusty bread rolls or baguette sections
  • 1 cup chimichurri sauce
  • Salsa criolla (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Heat your grill to medium heat.
  2. 2Prick the chorizos a few times with a fork to prevent bursting.
  3. 3Grill chorizos for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.
  4. 4Slice bread rolls lengthwise, keeping one edge attached.
  5. 5Optionally toast the bread on the grill for 1 minute.
  6. 6Slice each chorizo lengthwise (butterfly cut) and place in the bread.
  7. 7Top generously with chimichurri.
  8. 8Serve immediately.

Pro Tips

  • šŸ’”Low and slow is keyā€”don't rush the chorizos
  • šŸ’”Butterfly cutting the chorizo helps it fit better in the bread
  • šŸ’”Use the best bread you can findā€”it makes a difference
  • šŸ’”Have plenty of napkins ready!

Perfect Pairing

Wine

Cold beer or Malbec

Serve With

  • French fries
  • Grilled provoleta
  • More chimichurri
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