Minorcan Chacarero

Ingredients

In the traditional Chilean Chacarero, the beef is usually grilled and served with a simple pebre sauce. However, in the Minorcan adaptation, the beef is thinly sliced and cooked to ensure tenderness. Additionally, the Minorcan Chacarero incorporates the unique flavors of Minorcan cuisine by adding the zesty and spicy Minorcan sauce, which gives the sandwich a distinct taste. We alse have the original recipe for Chacarero, so you can check it out.

• 1 pound (450g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 1 pound (450g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 4 crusty rolls 4 crusty rolls
• 1 tomato, sliced 1 tomato, sliced
• 1 cup (150g) green beans, blanched and sliced 1 cup (150g) green beans, blanched and sliced
• 4 lettuce leaves 4 lettuce leaves
• Minorcan Sauce: Minorcan Sauce:
• 2 spicy peppers, such as jalapeños or serranos, finely chopped 2 spicy peppers, such as jalapeños or serranos, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 5g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Season the beef slices with salt and pepper.
3. 3.
   Cook the beef slices in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
4. 4.
   In the meantime, prepare the Minorcan sauce by combining the chopped peppers, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
5. 5.
   Slice the crusty rolls in half and lightly toast them.
6. 6.
   Spread a generous amount of the Minorcan sauce on the bottom half of each roll.
7. 7.
   Layer the cooked beef slices, tomato slices, green beans, and lettuce leaves on top of the sauce.
8. 8.
   Place the top half of the roll on the sandwich and press gently to hold everything together.
9. 9.
   Serve the Minorcan Chacarero immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef sirloin — To ensure tender beef slices, make sure to slice the meat against the grain. This will help break down the muscle fibers and result in a more tender texture.

Tips & Tricks

• If you prefer a milder spice level, remove the seeds from the peppers before chopping them for the Minorcan sauce.
• For an extra burst of flavor, lightly brush the toasted rolls with olive oil before assembling the sandwich.
• Feel free to add other toppings such as avocado slices or pickles to customize your Minorcan Chacarero.

Serving advice

Serve the Minorcan Chacarero with a side of crispy fries or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To showcase the vibrant colors of the sandwich, cut it in half diagonally and arrange it on a plate with the cut side facing up. Garnish with a sprig of fresh parsley or a drizzle of the Minorcan sauce for an extra touch.