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Chilean Lomito Sandwich

November 25, 2021 by Pilar Hernandez
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Versión en españolChilean Lomito Sandwich

The most classic Chilean sandwich, and probably the most famous too, and certainly for me the most delicious: Lomito. The lunch of choice in Chile in a hurry is the obligatory stop at a soda fountain or a glorious cafeteria to eat Lomito, ready in a few minutes, thanks to the expertise of the line cooks. Even Anthony Bourdain gave his approval when he visited Chile.
Now, after so many years living outside Chile, I can appreciate our love and affection for sandwiches in all their dimensions, in many converge our best ingredients: homegrown tomatoes, avocado from our backyards,  and different pieces of bread for each kind of sandwich, where all prepared with dedication.

The Lomito was invented in the “Fuente Alemana,” a soda fountain in Santiago, Chile … their existence is a tribute to German immigrants.

The homemade version of the Lomito is superb. Take the time to do the meat and then enjoy this recipe. The pork loin should be done at least the day before to let it cool, cut into very thin slices, and return to the broth to sit and be saturated with flavor. Then heat in the same broth over low heat.

You may also like the recipe: Chilean milk braised Pork Loin.

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An iconic Chilean sandwich.

  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: Meat for 8 sandwiches 1x

Ingredients

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for the meat,

  • 4 lb. of pork loin
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon dry oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika or sweet paprika
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 onion, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 4 cups boiling water

for sandwiches,

  • Challah buns
  • Avocado, tomato, mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, sauerkraut

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F or 180C.
  2. In a large saucepan heat oil over medium-high heat, brown the roast on all sides in order to seal in the juices. Sear 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Spread mustard on top of the pork, add salt, oregano, paprika on top. Add the chopped onion and hot water.
    Lomito on a pot to cook
  4. Cover and cook in the oven for 1½ hours, or on very low heat for the same time on the stove.
  5. Allow cooling completely. Cut the meat into thin slices. Return the meat to the pot with the juices.
    Cut lomito Lomito, pork roast meat on juices
  6. For the sandwiches: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the toasted bread, layer the meat (be generous) and top with your favorite toppings: most traditional is tomato and mashed avocado.
    Assembling the lomito
  7. Serve right away.
    Lomito, Chilean Sandwich Lomito, Chilean Sandwich

Notes

This recipe Lomito sandwich was sponsored by The National Pork Board.

  • Author: Pilar Hernandez
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Meat
  • Method: oven-roasted
  • Cuisine: Chilean

Keywords: Lomito sandwich, Chilean pork sandwich

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  1. Heidi Friend

    January 13, 2022 at 6:14 pm

    Sounds delicious, but I remember lomito sandwiches we ate in Buin, Chile with sweet sauerkraut in them. So delicious! Nothing better, best sandwich ever.

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    • Pilar Hernandez

      January 14, 2022 at 12:52 pm

      Ohhh, it’s very good with sauerkraut. I agree.

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