Name: Choripán Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Argentinian
Ingredients: Small baguette - 1; Chorizo sausage - 1; Coriander (fresh, finely chopped) - 1 bunch; Parsley (fresh, finely chopped) - 1 bunch; Oregano (fresh, finely chopped) - 1 tbsp; Garlic (finely chopped) - 1 clove; Red chili (large, finely chopped) - ½; White onion (finely chopped) - ½; Red wine vinegar - ½ tbsp; Salt - 1 tsp; Olive oil - 1 tbsp; Red onion (finely chopped) - 1; Red wine vinegar - ½ tbsp; Plum tomatoes (finely chopped) - 5; Olive oil - ½ tbsp; Chili flakes - ½ tsp; Salt - ½ tsp; Pepper - ½ tsp

Table of Contents

Jump to Recipe

Choripán is a sandwich which consists of a crusty bread filled with chorizo and topped with chimichurri. The chorizo is sliced lengthwise and grilled. The bread is usually a loaf or baguette, cut down into shorter sections then filled. It is usually served at events and eaten as a snack.

Choripán is a mash up of the words chorizo and pan, the Spanish word for bread. A chorizo is a large, spicy pork sausage which originated from Spain. Argentinian chorizo is made with a combination of beef and pork.

Its spiciness is mild, and it is flavored with paprika, wine and garlic. Chimichurri is a green herb-based sauce, usually paired with meats.

Other toppings in addition to chimichurri are enjoyed on choripan. These include salsa, mustard, vegetables like tomatoes, lettuce and peppers.

Origin & Cultural Significance

Choripán originated in Argentina somewhere around the 19^th century. It’s also popular in Uruguay. Though bearing resemblance to a hotdog though it’s not considered one. Like hotdogs, it can be found sold by street vendors and is a staple at sporting events.

Choripán Recipe

Yield: 1 Serving

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Choripán is a sandwich which consists of a crusty bread filled with chorizo and topped with chimichurri.

Ingredients

Small baguette - 1
Chorizo sausage - 1

Chimichurri Sauce

Coriander (fresh, finely chopped) - 1 bunch
Parsley (fresh, finely chopped) - 1 bunch
Oregano (fresh, finely chopped) - 1 tbsp
Garlic (finely chopped) - 1 clove
Red chili (large, finely chopped) - ½
White onion (finely chopped) - ½
Red wine vinegar - ½ tbsp
Salt - 1 tsp
Olive oil - 1 tbsp

Salsa Criolla

Red onion (finely chopped) - 1
Red wine vinegar - ½ tbsp
Plum tomatoes (finely chopped) - 5
Olive oil - ½ tbsp
Chili flakes - ½ tsp
Salt - ½ tsp
Pepper - ½ tsp

Instructions

In a large bowl, add all of the chopped-up chimichurri ingredients.
Stir well and then set aside in the fridge.
In another bowl, add the chopped-up salsa criolla ingredients.
Combine well and then set aside.
Heat up a frying pan and add in a teaspoon of oil.
Place the chorizo into the pan and fry for 5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
Remove the chorizo from the pan and slice in half lengthways. Don't cut all the way through.
Slice the baguette lengthwise but not all the way through.
Place it face down onto the frying pan used to cook the chorizo, and fry for 3 minutes on medium heat.
Remove the roll from the pan and put it on a plate.
Serve up by adding on the chimichurri sauce, chorizo, and the salsa criolla.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1344Total Fat: 40gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 5818mgCarbohydrates: 203gFiber: 16gSugar: 31gProtein: 48g

Nutrition is provided and calculated by Nutritionix. It is for general information purposes and is only a rough estimation.