--- title: "Campero malagueño: what it is, what it contains and where to try this typical Málaga food" description: Málaga-style ‘campero’, traditional food from Málaga, ‘campero’ bread, the best ‘camperos’, ‘campero’ sandwich, food from Málaga, what is a ‘campero’?, where to eat a ‘campero’, what goes into a ‘campero’?, the biggest ‘camperos’ in Málaga. image: https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Campero.jpg --- [DE | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/de) [FR | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/fr) [EN | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en) [ES | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) Blog:  [\> Back to visitcostadelsol.com | ](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/) [![fondo\_logo.png](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/fondo_logo.png?width=567&height=125&name=fondo_logo.png "fondo_logo.png")](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) - [Activities](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/adventure-activities) - [Culture](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/culture) - [Holidays](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/holidays) - [Gastronomy](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/gastronomy) - [Experiences](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/experiences) - [Golf](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/golf) - [Professional](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/professional) # Campero malagueño: what it is, what it contains and where to try this typical Málaga food ![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/Campero.jpg)  Tags: [Where to eat](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/where-to-eat) Talking about the gastronomy of the [**Costa del Sol**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/?_ga=2.265050319.1710491956.1790335878-1122843280.1790335878) means thinking of espetos, pescaíto frito, ajoblanco or porra antequerana. But there is another essential that forms part of the everyday life of several generations of people from Málaga: the [**campero**](https://www.visitacostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/gastronomia/recetas-malaguenas/campero-malagueno-p102024). This hot, hearty and simple sandwich has become a true symbol of **typical Málaga food** and one of those [**culinary experiences**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/malaga-costa-del-sol/food-and-drink/gastronomic-experiences?_ga=2.40535010.1343149929.1790335946-759390155.1790335946) worth discovering during a trip around the province. More than a simple sandwich, the **campero malagueño** is part of the local popular culture. It can be found in burger bars, cafés, bars and small neighbourhood establishments, and although there are increasingly more versions, its essence remains linked to a combination of good ingredients, **campero bread** and a very hot griddle. ## What is a campero? For those visiting the province of Málaga for the first time, it is common to wonder **what is a campero?** It is a sandwich usually made with round, flat bread which, once filled, is toasted and lightly pressed on the griddle. The result is crisp on the outside, hot on the inside and perfect to enjoy freshly made. Although it partly resembles a toasted ham-and-cheese sandwich or other hot sandwiches, the **campero sandwich** has a personality of its own. Its popularity grew especially in Málaga during the final decades of the 20th century and since then it has become established as one of the destination’s most recognisable informal dishes at the destination. For many people from Málaga it is associated with dinners with friends, quick meals after the beach or weekend nights. This connection with everyday life is precisely one of the reasons why the campero is now considered a reference point for **popular Málaga food**. ### Campero bread, the foundation of everything One of the keys lies in the **campero bread**. Traditionally, it is a white, round, relatively thin bread with enough firmness to hold the filling without losing its texture when it goes on the griddle. The quality of the bread determines a large part of the final result. That is why bakeries and artisan bakeries play an important role in preparing a good campero. Bread that is too thick can overshadow the filling, while bread that is too thin can break when heated. The perfect point is reached when the outside is slightly toasted and crisp, while the inside retains a certain softness. ### An icon of Málaga’s popular gastronomy The campero shows that to discover a destination’s gastronomy, it is not always necessary to turn to complex dishes. Some simple recipes tell us as much about a place as the most traditional preparations. On the Costa del Sol, the campero represents precisely this approachable cuisine: recognisable ingredients, neighbourhood establishments and recipes passed down from generation to generation. Today there are also gourmet versions and modern reinterpretations, although the classic recipe remains one of the favourites. ## What does a campero contain? Another common question is **what does a campero contain?** Although each establishment has its own recipe, the classic campero is usually prepared with **cooked ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise**, all inside the characteristic round bread. The combination may seem simple, but the secret lies in the balance between the ingredients and the final pass over the griddle. ### Cooked ham and cheese Cooked ham and cheese form the heart of the traditional **campero malagueño**. With the heat of the griddle, the cheese begins to melt and mixes with the rest of the ingredients, adding creaminess. Some establishments use different types of cheese or increase the amount of filling to create especially hearty camperos. ### Lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise The lettuce and tomato add freshness and contrast to the hot bread, while the mayonnaise helps bring all the flavours together. The result combines cold, hot, crisp and creamy textures in every bite. From this base, numerous variations emerge. ### Chicken, tuna and other versions Among the **best camperos** it is common to find versions with grilled chicken, bacon, egg, tuna or even different types of meat. There are also vegetarian options and more contemporary proposals with less traditional ingredients. In some establishments, the **largest camperos in Málaga** have also become popular, designed for those looking for an especially hearty experience or even to share. ## How to prepare a campero at home Preparing a homemade campero is simple. All you need to do is open a good **campero bread**, add cooked ham, cheese, tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise, and then heat it on a griddle or sandwich maker. For a more authentic result, it is advisable to press the bread lightly while it cooks and turn it over until both sides are golden. You can also customise it by adding chicken, egg, bacon or your favourite ingredients. ## Where to eat camperos on the Costa del Sol? Those wondering **where to eat a campero?** will find numerous options while travelling along the Costa del Sol. [**Málaga city**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/malaga-p9831?_ga=2.260895434.617160573.1790335979-38809552.1790335979) is one of the main references, especially in its neighbourhoods, where burger bars and cafés have been preparing this classic for decades. But the campero is not limited to the capital. In municipalities such as [**Torremolinos**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/torremolinos-p10061?_ga=2.262573324.122827131.1790336047-1948852251.1790336047)**,** [**Benalmádena**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/benalmadena-p9401?_ga=2.70494928.138525297.1790336048-1841211952.1790336048)**,** [**Fuengirola**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/fuengirola-p9691?_ga=2.94316190.2022260919.1790336052-468434921.1790336052)**,** [**Vélez-Málaga**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/velez-malaga-p10101?_ga=2.30508543.1303813570.1790336056-1069097375.1790336056) **or** [**Marbella**](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/marbella-p9851?_ga=2.124163402.1510611653.1790336056-200759500.1790336056)it is also possible to find establishments where you can try different versions of this emblematic sandwich. A good recommendation is to look for cafés, sandwich shops and small businesses frequented by local people. There it is common to find traditional recipes alongside chicken, bacon, egg or combinations unique to each establishment. Trying a **campero** during a visit to the Costa del Sol allows you to discover a different side of Málaga’s gastronomy: informal, generous and closely linked to everyday life. 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