Argentina Savory Snacks Market Overview, 2028

The dynamic and diverse savory snacks market in Argentina known for its rich culinary heritage and wide-ranging flavors, at the core of Argentina's savory snack culture lies the iconic empanada. These delectable pastries feature a delicate, flaky crust encasing a myriad of fillings, such as seasoned ground beef, cheese, ham, spinach, or a medley of flavors. Empanadas, cherished as a national dish, exhibit distinct regional variations, showcasing Argentina's culinary diversity and reflecting the influence of different cultural traditions. Argentina's gastronomic landscape is also adorned with the renowned alfajor, a confectionery treat that encompasses both sweet and savory iterations. These indulgent cookies consist of two buttery biscuits sandwiching a savory filling such as ham and cheese, tuna, or chicken. The savory alfajores deliver a harmonious blend of flavors, presenting a captivating twist on the beloved dessert. Argentina boasts the tantalizing choripán. This beloved street food entails a grilled chorizo sausage nestled within a crusty bread roll, often accompanied by zesty chimichurri sauce, an herbaceous and tangy condiment. The choripán epitomizes Argentina's fervor for grilling and showcases the country's prowess in transforming simple ingredients into a flavorful snack experience. Argentina's affinity for potatoes manifests in a multitude of savory creations.

According to the research report “Argentina Savory Snacks Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, The Argentina Savory Snacks market is projected to reach market size of more than USD 605 Million by 2028. The country takes great pride in its golden, crispy papas fritas (French fries), frequently served alongside an assortment of savory sauces like mayonnaise, salsa golf (a blend of ketchup and mayonnaise), or chimichurri. The papa rellena, another potato-based delight, entices with its deep-fried stuffed potato ball, featuring seasoned ground meat, eggs, and olives. These substantial snacks exemplify the versatility and comforting nature of potatoes within Argentine cuisine. Gourmet delights such as salami, prosciutto, and an assortment of sausages captivate the discerning palates of snack enthusiasts. Whether enjoyed independently or as components of enticing sandwiches and picadas (platters filled with an assortment of savory bites including cheese, olives, and pickled vegetables), these savory temptations pay homage to Argentina's time-honored charcuterie traditions and epitomize the country's commitment to exceptional quality and taste. The savory snack landscape expands to encompass internationally beloved favorites such as potato chips, corn-based snacks, and savory biscuits. This diversification offers a wide spectrum of flavors and textures, appealing to the ever-evolving preferences and tastes of consumers.

Empanadas hold a special place in Argentine culture, and there are dedicated festivals celebrating this beloved savory snack. In Argentina, it is common to enjoy a "picada" as a pre-dinner snack or during social gatherings. A picada typically consists of an assortment of savory snacks, including cured meats, cheeses, olives, pickled vegetables, and bread. It is a delightful way to experience a variety of flavors and textures. Argentina's famous grilled meat culture, known as "asado," often extends to savory snacks. Mate, a traditional South American drink made from steeped yerba mate leaves, is often accompanied by savory snacks. People enjoy pairing their mate sessions with savory treats like biscuits, cheese, or salami, creating a satisfying combination of flavors. Savory snacks are an integral part of traditional Argentine celebrations and festivities. During events like Independence Day or Christmas, special snacks like pastelitos (fried pastries filled with meat or cheese) and tamales (steamed corn husks filled with savory ingredients) are prepared and enjoyed with family and friends.

The National Food Code (Código Alimentario Argentino) establishes the regulations and standards for food safety in Argentina. The Argentine government, through organizations like the National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI) and the National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA), conducts quality control inspections on savory snack production facilities. For imported savory snacks, Argentina has specific regulations to ensure compliance with food safety standards. Terrabusi, La Salteña, SanCor Fargo, Vicentin, Papas Maru, Bagley, Tararira are some famous brands for savory snacks in Argentina

Considered in this report
• Geography: Argentina
•Historic year: 2017
•Base year: 2022
•Estimated year: 2023
•Forecast year: 2028



Aspects covered in this report
• Argentina Savory Snacks Market with its value and forecast along with its segments
•Various drivers and challenges
•On-going trends and developments
•Top profiled companies
•Strategic recommendation

By Product type
•Potato chips
•Extruded snacks
•Popcorn
•Nuts & seeds
•Puffed snacks
•Tortilla chips
•fruit & vegetable chips
•Pretzels
•Meat snacks

By Category
•Baked
•Fried

By Distribution Channel
•Supermarkets & Hypermarkets
•Retail
•Convenience stores
•Online stores
•Speciality Stores
•Others (Forecourt retailers, Discounters, Independent small grocers, etc.)

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analyzing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us. we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to savory snacks industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.