/chee-BEE-to/
Uruguay's most iconic sandwich — thinly sliced beef tenderloin layered with ham, bacon, mozzarella, egg, tomato, olives and mayo. The chivito is a national institution that Uruguayans defend with their lives.
Example
"I'm ordering a full chivito with the lot."
"There's no point going to Uruguay if you don't eat a chivito."
Regional synonyms:
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/chee-BEE-to/
Uruguay's most iconic sandwich — thinly sliced beef tenderloin layered with ham, bacon, mozzarella, egg, tomato, olives and mayo. The chivito is a national institution that Uruguayans defend with their lives.
Example
"I'm ordering a full chivito with the lot."
"There's no point going to Uruguay if you don't eat a chivito."
Regional synonyms: