Carlos Ramos El Uruguayo Chivito Sandwich from Urug
Prepare to indulge in the ultimate Uruguayan comfort food with the Carlos Ramos El Uruguayo Chivito Sandwich, a towering masterpiece that combines savory, smoky, and fresh flavors in every bite. This iconic sandwich features a tender, perfectly seasoned beef steak layered with melty mozzarella cheese, crispy bacon, smoky ham, and a rich fried egg. Fresh ingredients like tomato slices, lettuce, pickled red peppers, and green olives add a vibrant and tangy twist, all tucked into a perfectly toasted French bread roll slathered with creamy mayonnaise. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this Chivito sandwich is ideal for a hearty lunch or an indulgent dinner, and pairs beautifully with fries or a crisp salad. Bring a taste of Uruguay to your table and experience a recipe steeped in cultural tradition and bursting with bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece (about 6 oz) Beef steak (sirloin or tenderloin)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 piece French bread or soft sandwich roll
- 1 slice Mozzarella cheese (or similar melty cheese)
- 2 slices Cooked bacon
- 1 slice Ham
- 1 piece Fried egg
- 2 slices Tomato
- 1 leaf Lettuce
- 2 strips Pickled red peppers
- 2 pieces, halved Green olives
Instructions
Season the beef steak with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Cook the steak for 2-3 minutes per side or until it is cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove from the pan and let it rest.
In the same pan, fry the egg to your desired level (sunny-side-up is traditional). Set aside.
Toast the French bread or sandwich roll lightly to give it a crisp exterior while keeping the inside soft.
Spread mayonnaise on both halves of the toasted bread.
Place the cooked steak on the bottom half of the bread.
Top the steak with a slice of ham, cooked bacon slices, and the mozzarella cheese. Return this layered bottom half to the skillet or under a broiler briefly, just until the cheese melts.
Remove the bread with steak and toppings from heat. Add the fried egg, tomato slices, lettuce leaf, pickled red pepper strips, and green olives on top.
Close the sandwich with the top half of the bread.
Serve immediately with a side of fries or salad, and enjoy the delicious flavors of this iconic Uruguayan sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.7 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3200 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 68.0 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 293 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1027 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
