Guatemalan Shucos with a Twist

Ingredients

• 4 sausages (such as chorizo or bratwurst) 4 sausages (such as chorizo or bratwurst)
• 4 hot dog buns 4 hot dog buns
• 1 avocado, sliced 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cup shredded cabbage 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1 cup tomato sauce 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup diced red onion 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories: 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat: 30g (Saturated Fat: 8g)
• Carbohydrates: 30g (Sugars: 6g)
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, combine the diced red onion, lime juice, olive oil, vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Let the onions marinate for at least 15 minutes to pickle.
3. 3.
   Grill the sausages until they are cooked through and have grill marks, about 10-12 minutes.
4. 4.
   While the sausages are grilling, lightly toast the hot dog buns.
5. 5.
   In a separate bowl, mix the shredded cabbage with a pinch of salt and set aside.
6. 6.
   Assemble the Shucos by placing a grilled sausage in each bun.
7. 7.
   Top the sausages with avocado slices, shredded cabbage, tomato sauce, mayonnaise, pickled onions, crumbled queso fresco, and chopped cilantro.
8. 8.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9.
   Serve the Shucos immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Avocado — Choose ripe avocados that are slightly soft to the touch. Slice them just before assembling the Shucos to prevent browning.
• Queso fresco — If you can't find queso fresco, you can substitute it with crumbled feta cheese for a similar tangy flavor.
• Pickled onions — For a milder flavor, soak the diced red onions in cold water for 10 minutes before marinating them in the lime juice mixture.

Tips & Tricks

• Experiment with different types of sausages to find your favorite flavor combination.
• Add a kick of heat by drizzling hot sauce or sprinkling chili flakes over the Shucos.
• For a smoky flavor, grill the hot dog buns for a few seconds before toasting them.

Serving advice

Serve the Shucos with a side of crispy French fries or plantain chips for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Shucos on a platter, garnish with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and serve with colorful toothpicks for a festive and appetizing presentation.