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Serving Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Choripán
Argentina's ultimate street snack — grilled chorizo sausage split and nestled in crusty bread, slathered with chimichurri and pickled salsa criolla.
Contains common allergens
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- Ready in under 30 minutes
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Instructions
5 steps- 1
Prepare the grill: Preheat your grill (or cast-iron skillet) to medium-high heat.
- 2
Butterfly the sausages: Slice the sausages lengthwise down the middle without cutting all the way through (butterflying) to ensure they cook evenly and lay flat.
- 3
Grill the sausages: Place the butterflied sausages cut-side down on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes until deeply charred and crisp, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- 4
Toast the bread: Slice the bread rolls in half lengthwise. Place them cut-side down on the grill for the last 2 minutes of cooking to toast and absorb the sausage drippings.
- 5
Assemble: Generously slather the toasted bread with fresh chimichurri sauce. Place the hot sausage in the bread, top with more chimichurri, and serve immediately.
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73/100
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Nutrition
per serving75
Calories
3 g
Protein
14 g
Carbs
1 g
Fat
Estimated per serving. Actual values depend on the brands and portions you use.
Listahan cooking guide
Chef notes & practical guide
Technique notes, ingredient swaps, serve-alongside ideas, storage guidance, and equipment for this recipe.
Cultural context
Choripan is the iconic grilled sausage sandwich of Argentina and Uruguay, the unofficial street food of football matches and the opening act of any asado. The name fuses chorizo and pan, and the sandwich is defined by a butterflied grilled sausage tucked into crusty bread and slathered with chimichurri. Simple as it is, it is a point of national pride.
Listahan note
This version butterflies the sausage so it grills with maximum crispy surface area, and pairs it with a punchy fresh chimichurri rather than a heavy sauce.
Technique cues
- Butterfly the sausage lengthwise (mariposa) so more surface hits the grill and crisps, the traditional Argentine technique.
- Toast the cut bread on the grill so it stays sturdy under the chimichurri instead of going soggy.
- Grill the sausage over medium heat so the casing crisps and the inside cooks through without splitting the skin.
Kitchen flow
- Parallel prep
- Make the chimichurri first so it can rest, then butterfly the sausages and slice the bread while the grill heats.
- Make-ahead
- Chimichurri keeps for days and improves overnight; have it ready in the fridge for fast assembly.
- Leftover move
- Slice leftover grilled sausage into eggs or pasta, and use extra chimichurri as a marinade or salad dressing.
- Cleanup rhythm
- Wipe the cutting board right after butterflying the sausage, and scrape the grate while it is still hot.
Ingredient brief
Role, handling, and swap guidance for each key ingredient.
fresh chorizo sausage
the star of the sandwich
Purpose: A coarse fresh chorizo grills up juicy and crisp-skinned, the heart of a true choripan.
Handling: Butterfly lengthwise and grill cut-side down first for a crisp surface.
Adaptation: Any quality fresh sausage works; a chicken or plant-based sausage makes a lighter version.
crusty roll or baguette
the structural bread
Purpose: A sturdy crusty roll holds the juicy sausage and sauce without falling apart.
Handling: Split and toast on the grill until lightly crisp.
Adaptation: A ciabatta roll or hoagie bun works well.
parsley, garlic, and oregano (chimichurri)
the signature sauce
Purpose: Fresh chimichurri is non-negotiable on a choripan, adding herbal, garlicky brightness.
Handling: Chop fine and combine with oil and vinegar, letting it rest to marry.
Adaptation: Add cilantro or a little roasted red pepper for variation.
red wine vinegar and olive oil
the chimichurri liquid base
Purpose: Vinegar and oil carry the herbs and cut the richness of the sausage.
Handling: Whisk together and stir into the herbs; adjust acid to taste.
Adaptation: Lemon juice can replace some of the vinegar for a brighter edge.
Technique notes
- Press the butterflied sausage flat on the grill with a spatula for even contact and maximum crisp.
- Let the grilled sausage rest a minute before assembling so juices do not run out and soak the bread.
- Spoon the chimichurri generously both under and over the sausage so every bite carries it.
Ingredient swaps
- Poultry direction
- Use a fresh chicken sausage for a lighter sandwich that still crisps nicely when butterflied.
- Vegetarian option
- Grill a plant-based sausage and pile on chimichurri and grilled peppers.
- Lower-sodium direction
- Choose a lower-sodium sausage and lean on the herb-forward chimichurri for flavor.
Serve alongside
- Grilled provoleta
- Simple green salad
- Grilled red peppers
- Potato salad
- Malbec
- Cold lager
- Sparkling water with lime
Serving suggestions only — check pairings for your household's allergens.
Storage & reheating
- Choripan is best assembled and eaten fresh off the grill. Store grilled sausage separately in the fridge for up to three days and chimichurri for up to a week in a sealed jar, reassembling on toasted bread. Cooked sausage freezes for up to two months.
Equipment
- Grill or grill pan
- Sharp knife for butterflying
- Spatula
- Small jar for chimichurri
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