Traditional Grilled Choripan with Creole Sauce

by Sebastián San Martín
Winemaker, Argento

The choripan is a very popular snack in Argentina - it's basically a chorizo sandwich (Argentina's version of a hot dog). Choripanes are commonly served as an appetizer during the preparation of an asado (Argentinean barbecue) or while watching sports (particularly soccer games). Next time you're with friends and family watching your favorite sports team, serve up my easy-to-make choripan with Argento Cabernet Sauvignon. Saludos! Sebastián San Martín - Argento Winemaker.

Serves 4 people

4 Pork Sausages
4 Baguettes or French rolls
Mayonnaise
2 Large salad tomatoes
1 Green pepper
Half a red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white or white wine vinegar
Salt + pepper for seasoning

Creole sauce

Chop the red onion, green pepper and tomatoes into small cubes. Mix them in a small bowl, adding 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.

Sausages

Grill the pork sausages for 10-15 minutes on a medium heat.

Slice the baguettes or French rolls in half lengthwise and drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and gently toast on a grill.

Once the sausages are cooked, cut in half lengthwise. Generously spread mayonnaise onto one side of the grilled baguette/roll, add the sausage and Creole sauce.

Serve on a small wood board with French fries.