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Smoky Argentinian Choripán with Chimichurri Sauce

Name: Smoky Argentinian Choripán with Chimichurri Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Chorizo Sausages, 4; Crusty Rolls, 4 baguette or torpedo rolls; Fresh Parsley, 1 cup, finely chopped; Garlic Cloves, 4, minced; Red Wine Vinegar, 1/4 cup; Olive Oil, 1/2 cup extra-virgin; Dried Oregano, 1 teaspoon; Red Pepper Flakes, 1/2 teaspoon; Salt & Pepper, To taste

A classic Argentinian street food, Choripán features grilled chorizo sausages served in a crusty bread roll, topped with vibrant chimichurri sauce.

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·By Ethan Brooks·October 6, 2025

Smoky Argentinian Choripán with Chimichurri Sauce — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Choripán

For the Chimichurri Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 756 kcal
Protein: 22.75 g
Carbs: 42.75 g
Fat: 54 g
Fiber: 2.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3023 kcal
Protein: 91 g
Carbs: 171 g
Fat: 216 g
Fiber: 11 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Chorizo Sausages 4	1200	60	8	100	0
Crusty Rolls 4 baguette or torpedo rolls	800	28	152	8	8
Fresh Parsley 1 cup, finely chopped	22	2	4	0	2
Garlic Cloves 4, minced	18	1	4	0	0
Red Wine Vinegar 1/4 cup	15	0	1	0	0
Olive Oil 1/2 cup extra-virgin	960	0	0	108	0
Dried Oregano 1 teaspoon	5	0	1	0	1
Red Pepper Flakes 1/2 teaspoon	3	0	1	0	0
Salt & Pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Chimichurri Sauce

1
Combine Ingredients
Combine chopped parsley, minced garlic, and red wine vinegar in a bowl.
2
Add Olive Oil
Slowly whisk in olive oil until well combined.
3
Season Sauce
Stir in oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Tip: Let the chimichurri sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes for better flavor.

Preparing the Chorizo

1
Preheat Grill
Preheat grill to medium heat.
2
Score Sausages
Score sausages lightly to prevent bursting.
3
Grill Sausages
Grill sausages until fully cooked, about 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally.
Tip: Do not overcook the sausages, as they can dry out.

How to Make Smoky Argentinian Choripán with Chimichurri Sauce

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling the Sausages
Grill the chorizo over medium heat, turning every few minutes for even cooking.
2
Toasting the Bread
Slice the rolls and lightly toast them on the grill over low heat.
3
Assembling the Choripán
Place grilled chorizo inside the toasted roll and top generously with chimichurri sauce.