Name: Churrasco, Chilean Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Chilean
Ingredients: 400 grams or 1 lb. top sirloin thinly sliced at room temperature, or shabu shabu beef; 2 avocados; 1 large ripe tomato, heirloom suggested; 2 buns (I use Pain u Lait from WholeFoods or similar); mayonnaise

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Churrasco sandwiches are popular in Latinamerica. You can expect delicious, hearty bread (think more baguette roll than brioche) and thin, perfectly cooked steaks. Other fillings vary by country and restaurant.

The Chilean Churrasco Sandwich is a popular fast food dish in Chile. It typically consists of thinly sliced grilled beef, sturdy bread (pan Amasado, Marraqueta, or pan Frica), and various toppings and condiments.

This sandwich is known for its hearty and flavorful combination of ingredients. Here’s a breakdown of the critical components:

Churrasco (Grilled Beef): The term “churrasco” originally refers to grilled beef, and in the context of this sandwich, it typically involves thinly sliced beef steak. The beef is seasoned with salt and pepper before being grilled to perfection.
Bread: Marraqueta has a crusty exterior and a soft interior, making it an ideal sandwich choice. Pan Amasado is a sturdy country roll, and Pan Frica is similar to a hamburger roll. The bread is usually sliced and toasted before being used for the churrasco sandwich.
Toppings and Condiments: The sandwich is often adorned with various toppings and condiments to enhance its flavor. Common additions include:
- Tomato: Sliced tomatoes add a juicy and fresh element to the sandwich.
- Avocado (Palta): Avocado is a popular ingredient in Chilean cuisine. It is often spread on the bread or sliced and added to the churrasco sandwich.
- Mayonnaise: A generous mayonnaise spread is a common condiment for added creaminess.
- Sauces: Some variations include sauces such as aji (a spicy chili sauce) or pebre (a traditional Chilean condiment made with tomatoes, onions, and cilantro).
Optional Additions: Depending on personal preferences, other ingredients like green beans, pickles, sauerkraut, and cheese may be included to customize the sandwich to individual tastes.

Sandwiches are so rooted in our Chilean culture that I do not remember when I first tried them. The truth is that before coming to the United States, I always ate them at coffee shops and restaurants, never when visiting with friends or made by my family. Completos, the Chilean hotdogs, are more frequently a homemade affair.

In Argentina, Churrasco sandwiches are usually topped with chimichurri sauce.

Other Churrasco sandwich combinations popular in Chile:

Chemilico (Churrasco, caramelized onion, and sunny side egg).
Chacarero (Churrasco, tomato and green beans).
Barros Luco (Churrasco and melted cheese).
Churrasco con ensalada chilena (tomato, onions).

Churrasco, Chilean Recipe

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A fantastic Chilean sandwich.

Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 2

Ingredients

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400 grams or 1 lb. top sirloin thinly sliced at room temperature, or shabu shabu beef
2 avocados
1 large ripe tomato, heirloom suggested
2 buns (I use Pain u Lait from WholeFoods or similar)
mayonnaise

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Instructions

Cut the tomatoes into thick slices. Season with salt on both sides.
Mash the avocados and add salt. Stir and taste.
Lightly toast the bread and cut it in half.
Season the meat.
In a nonstick skillet, heat one tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add meat and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side.
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on each half of the bread.
Build the sandwich with half the meat, tomato, and avocado. Close and serve with lots of napkins.