Calories in potato and chorizo pambazo
A typical serving of potato and chorizo pambazo provides about 490 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 piece (200 g)
Calories
490kcal
Protein
16.2g
Carbs
64.8g
Fat
19.6g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 245 kcal |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Carbs | 32.4 g |
| Fat | 9.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Sugars | 1.4 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Soft bread soaked in guajillo chili sauce, filled with potatoes and chorizo, and lightly seared on a griddle.
Nutritional benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Long-lasting feeling of fullness
- Source of potassium from the potatoes
How to prepare it
- 1.Dip pambazo bread in guajillo chili sauce
- 2.Fill with potato and chorizo stew
- 3.Heat on a griddle with little oil and serve with lettuce
Lighter alternatives
Turkey chorizo
Lower calories and fat than pork chorizo
Non-fried pambazo
Just heat on a dry griddle to reduce fat
Potato-only filling
Lighter vegetarian option
Healthy tip
Increase the lettuce portion and use low-fat cream to balance the dish.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the bread red?
Because it's dipped in blended guajillo chili sauce before cooking.
Can bolillo be used?
Yes, but pambazo bread is denser and doesn't fall apart with the sauce.
Is it very greasy?
It depends on how much oil is used when searing it on the griddle.
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