Choripán

Choripán is a beloved sandwich enjoyed in various countries across South America, including Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay. The name "choripán" combines its two main ingredients: chorizo sausage and crusty bread.

In Argentina, choripán is typically made with a juicy beef and pork sausage, served on a roll and often topped with chimichurri sauce. It's a staple appetizer at asados (barbecues) and is also a popular street food and snack at sports venues.

In Brazil, a similar sandwich called salsipão features pork sausage served on French bread. Meanwhile, in Chile, choripán is also a favorite appetizer at asados. It's served in marraqueta bread and often accompanied by ají, pebre, and mayonnaise.

Puerto Rico offers its own take on choripán by using Spanish-style chorizo, pickles, and mayonnaise, all sandwiched in pan de agua bread. In Uruguay, the choripán includes pork sausage, chimichurri sauce, mayonnaise, and sometimes tomatoes and lettuce, served on a baguette or pan catalán.

Even in the U.S., you can find choripán, especially in Miami's Cuban diners. There, it's served on Cuban bread with onions and is often enjoyed with a refreshing tropical fruit shake.

No matter where you try it, choripán is a delightful sandwich that highlights the delicious flavors of chorizo and crusty bread, with regional variations that make each version unique.