The completo italiano is one of Chile’s best-known street foods, named for toppings that echo the green, white, and red of the Italian flag.
A hot sausage and warm bun are finished with cool tomato, seasoned avocado, and a creamy ribbon of mayonnaise.
Use ripe but firm tomatoes and drain off excess juice so the bun stays soft without becoming soggy.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the completos immediately with potato chips, fries, or a simple cabbage salad.
Recipe Notes
Prepare the toppings before cooking the sausages. A sturdy split-top or brioche-style hot dog bun holds the generous filling well.
Chilean Completo Italiano
A popular Chilean hot dog topped with chopped tomato, creamy avocado, and mayonnaise.
Equipment
- Grill pan or skillet
- Small mixing bowl
- Chef’s knife
- Tongs
Ingredients
Completos
- 4 whole beef or pork frankfurters
- 4 whole soft hot dog buns split
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes seeded and finely chopped
- 2 medium ripe avocados
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp fine salt plus more to taste
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
Prepare the Toppings:
- Drain the chopped tomato in a sieve for 5 minutes.
- Mash the avocados with the lemon juice and salt until mostly smooth. Transfer the mayonnaise to a small bowl or squeeze bottle.
Cook the Sausages:
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the frankfurters for 6 to 8 minutes, turning until hot and lightly browned.
- Warm the buns cut-side down in the pan for 1 minute.
Assemble:
- Place one sausage in each bun. Spoon on the chopped tomato, add a generous layer of avocado, and finish with mayonnaise. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep the classic topping order of tomato, avocado, then mayonnaise for clean layers.
- For a lighter finish, thin the mayonnaise with a teaspoon of lemon juice.
Nutrition
Calories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 16gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 990mgFiber: 8gSugar: 7g