Completo Chileno

About This Recipe

The ultimate Chilean street food: a juicy hot dog nestled in a soft bun and topped with creamy avocado, fresh tomato, mayo, mustard, and crispy fried onions. It's the perfect handheld meal. Rooted in the everyday cooking of Chilean kitchens, Completo Chileno balances technique and tradition: the beef hot dogs is treated with care, drawing on time-honoured ratios that locals have refined across generations. The dish carries an unmistakable sensory signature — aromas that fill the kitchen as it cooks, layered textures that reveal themselves bite by bite, and a depth of flavour that comes from patient seasoning rather than shortcuts. Whether served as a weeknight lunch or as the centrepiece of a celebratory table, it reflects a regional pantry where local produce, seasoning habits and cooking vessels shape the final result. Home cooks who make this dish often note how forgiving it is once the core method is understood, and how a few small choices — the freshness of the beef hot dogs, the order of additions, the resting time at the end — separate a good version from a memorable one. This recipe walks through those choices so the dish arrives with the character it has on its home turf.

Ingredients

Serves 4

• 4 eachbeef hot dogs
• 4 eachhot dog buns
• 1 mediumavocado, sliced
• 1 mediumtomato, diced
• 3 tbspmayonnaise
• 2 tbspmustard

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook Hot Dogs

   Boil or grill hot dogs until heated through, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Toast Buns

   Lightly toast buns if desired for structure.

3. 3

   Assemble

   Place hot dog in bun. Spread mayo and mustard on top.

4. 4

   Add Toppings

   Layer with avocado slices and diced tomato.

5. 5

   Serve Immediately

   Serve right away while hot.

Variations

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  Add crispy bacon pieces

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  Include sautéed peppers and onions

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  Use grilled sausages instead of hot dogs

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  Vegetarian: replace the main protein with mushrooms, paneer, tofu or hearty beans for a meat-free version.

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  Spicier: add fresh chilli, a chilli paste or a pinch of cayenne with the aromatics for a warmer profile.

Storage

Consume immediately. Best eaten fresh and hot Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat with a splash of water or stock to loosen, or microwave at 60% power covered so it warms without drying. Freezes well for up to 2 months in portioned containers; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating. Dishes built on dairy or fried elements may shift in texture after freezing — refresh with a crisp garnish.

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