Chivito (chivito Sandwich)

Chivito, a popular sandwich in Montevideo, Uruguay, is a delicious combination of tender beef, crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and flavorful condiments. This hearty sandwich is a must-try for anyone visiting the region.

Chivito (chivito Sandwich)

Ingredients

  • 4 beef tenderloin steaks
  • 8 slices of bacon
  • 4 slices of mozzarella cheese
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 4 eggs
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 4 tomato slices
  • 4 slices of ham
  • Mayonnaise
  • Mustard
  • Ketchup
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 4 slices of cooked or canned beetroot
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the beef tenderloin steaks with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-fry until cooked to your desired doneness.
  2. In a separate pan, cook the bacon until crispy, then set aside.
  3. While the beef and bacon are cooking, prepare the fried eggs in a pan.
  4. Toast the hamburger buns on a griddle or in a toaster until golden brown.
  5. Assemble the sandwiches by spreading mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup on the bottom half of each bun.
  6. Layer the cooked beef, bacon, mozzarella cheese, fried egg, lettuce, tomato, ham, onion, bell pepper, and beetroot on the buns.
  7. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
650
Protein
35g
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
35g

Supplies

Grill or stovetop pan Frying pan Toaster or griddle

Tools

Spatula Tongs Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Chivito sandwiches with a side of crispy french fries and a cold beer for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a lighter version, you can use turkey bacon and low-fat cheese, and skip the mayonnaise to reduce the calorie content.

Cost

$25