Chilean Chacarero Steak Sandwich
Chacarero Sandwiches are a traditional Chilean Street food. Street food is a terrific way to sample the ingredients and flavors of a region. Street kiosks or trucks are often run by local chefs that want an economical, sound way to show off the culinary culture of their homes, and it often catches fire in imaginations and inspires people far and wide to admire, emulate, and reinterpret in their own home.
This spread features our Merken Spice blend, a seasoning that originated in the Mapuche region of Chile but has grown in popularity both in Chile and around the world. It adds a small amount of heat and smokiness that gives complexity to even the simplest dishes.
Prep Time: 15 min.
Cooking Time: 25 min.
Category: Sandwiches, Grilling, Beef
Cuisine: South American
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds skirt or hanger steak, pounded to a 1/4 inch thickness
- 1/2 pound green beans, cut into 1/2 inch on the bias
- 1 cup pepperocini rings, with liquid
- 3/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1 Tablespoon Merken Spice
- 4 Ciabatta rolls
- Kosher Salt to taste
- Black Pepper Medium Grind to taste
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add green beans to water, or steam for 4-5 minutes. Beans should be cooked slightly past al dente. Remove from heat and drain. Rinse with cold water and drain. Toss with the pepperoncini rings and liquid and set aside.
- Preheat grill to medium-high. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, garlic, olive oil, and Merken Spice and mix well. With a brush, apply to both sides of steak.
- Place steak on grill and cook 3-4 minutes per side. When steak is finished, place rolls on grill and toast until golden.
- Brush mayonnaise mixture on both sides of rolls, then assemble the sandwiches with steak, tomato, and top with green bean mixture. Serve!
