Chile's iconic loaded beef hot dog buried under a mountain of mashed avocado, diced tomatoes, sauerkraut, and mayonnaise in a soft steamed bun.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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1
Grill or boil beef frankfurters until heated through.
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2
Steam buns briefly until soft and warm.
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3
Place a frankfurter in each bun.
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4
Layer mashed avocado generously on top.
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5
Add diced tomatoes and sauerkraut.
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6
Drizzle with mayonnaise and mustard. Serve immediately.
Did You Know?
Chileans consume over 50 million completos per year, and the Chilean version uses so much avocado and mayonnaise that visitors often cannot find the hot dog underneath.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- pot for steaming buns
- grill or pan
- cutting board
Garnishing
mayonnaise drizzle, mustard
Accompaniments
French fries, soda
The Story Behind Completo
The completo was born in 1920s Santiago, inspired by American hot dogs but transformed into something uniquely Chilean. The "completo italiano" (with avocado, tomato, and mayo, resembling the Italian flag) became the standard. Chile now consumes more hot dogs per capita than any Latin American country.
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