World Flavors Cookbook

Chivito (National Steak Sandwich)

Name: Chivito (National Steak Sandwich)
Cook time: 10 min
Cuisine: Uruguay
Ingredients: 1 thin beef fillet (tenderloin or ribeye), 1 large bun (pan tortuga), 1 slice of ham, 1 slice of mozzarella cheese, 2 slices of bacon, 1 fried egg, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, green olives, peppers

The national dish of Uruguay, a monumental steak sandwich stacked with ham, cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and a fried egg.

Cuisine: Uruguay

Ingredients

1 thin beef fillet (tenderloin or ribeye), 1 large bun (pan tortuga), 1 slice of ham, 1 slice of mozzarella cheese, 2 slices of bacon, 1 fried egg, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, green olives, peppers

Instructions

1. Season and grill the steak quickly over high heat. 2. Fry the bacon until crispy and fry the egg. 3. Lightly toast the bun and spread with mayonnaise. 4. Layer the lettuce and tomato, then the steak. 5. Top the steak with the ham and cheese (melt the cheese slightly). 6. Add the bacon, fried egg, olives, and peppers. 7. Close the sandwich and serve, usually with French fries.