According to some sources, the term “pancho”, Referring to the most traditional food of the street food style, it is simply the combination of the words “bread” and “chorizo”. This denomination, on the sandwich made up of a sausage wrapped in Viennese bread, is used both in Argentina and Uruguay. Although, curiously, when it comes to a chorizo sandwich between two pieces of bread, it is usually called “choripan”. It is possible, for this reason, that the portal Taste Atlas chose the Choripán As the “Best Hot Dog” of the world.
On the other hand, the word “pancho” also has another meaning, at least in Buenos Aires, much more pejorative. “You are a pancho” it is said, vulgarly, to who is lazy, comfortable, lazy or apathetic. It is also the nickname carried by people called “Francisco”, which in English translates as “Frank” (short for Francis) and, curiously, is another way of saying “Frankfurter”I mean German sausage “pancho”.
Beyond all those names, terms, and denominations, the sandwich has been in use on streets around the world for more than a hundred years. Even in silent films, such as those starring Charles Chaplin, the elongated sandwich appears to satisfy the hunger of the urban passer-by quickly and satisfactorily.
In Buenos Aires, there are several pancherias with a certain originality in their preparations. In some cases, following certain customs in the elaboration and design, inspired by the american hot dogin it central american hot dog or the brazilian quete puppy And it can be conjectured that some Buenos Aires gastronomic options are true gourmet dishes.
Extrawurst – Three Sergeants 427
In the Retiro neighborhood, the German restaurant offers dozens of varieties of German-style sausages for all tastes and palates. All to be tried in hot dogs, with exquisite bread, and accompanied by homemade sauces and dressings from the Teutonic country. versions Nurnberger, Currywurst, Pankower and Ziegenkäsebratwurst, They are ideal to discover and taste, but it is worth clarifying that they are very consistent and long sandwiches.
The Burger Company – Honduras 4733
The original proposal, with its own stamp, consists of a sausage with a smoky flavor that is similar to the German ones, but with a soft texture, more similar to those of local origin. Complemented with bread, with a soft and airy texture, a perfect combination that can be finished with different toppings to suit the diner. Hot dogs can be found in three versions: Classic Dog, Deluxe Dog, with cheddar and bacon, and the Kid Dog, with cheddar, crispy onion and sweet chili from Pampa Gourmet.
Veggie Style – Fitz Roy 1941
Located in the Palermo neighborhood, the place was thought of as a conscious space and not just as a place to sell vegan food. Its sausage is made with starch, tofu and gluten, which is what gives it the meaty texture and, at the same time, very tasty. the versions “ranchera”, with vegan scallion, rehydrated tomato and potatoes and the “mex” with guacamole and nachosare the most requested by customers.
Dogg – Beanie 5751
The true gourmet hot dog can be found in this local Palermo. The hot dogs are grilled, with sausages specially made for this type of cooking, which are made with 100% selected meat and secret spices. When choosing the toppings, it can be assembled to your liking, with a proposal of both cold ingredients (such as guacamole, sauerkraut, relish, cucumbers) and hot ingredients (such as chili, bacon, and melted cheddar).
Mhia House – Col. Ramon Freire 1096
Among the most appetizing hot dog options served at the Colegiales restaurant is the German hot dog, with German sweet and sour cabbage dressing and bacon cubes, and the Mexican hot dog, with spicy guacamole and jalapeño dressing. However, the criollo hot dog, with a mild criolla sauce dressing and a mattress of lettuce, is one of the most requested items on the menu.
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