Hearty and Delicious Classic Sandwich Recipe
How to Make a Hearty and Delicious Classic Sandwich
Who doesn’t love a good sandwich? Did you know about the fascinating origin of the sandwich? Legend has it that in the 18th century, an English nobleman named John Montagu, the Earl of Sandwich, was so engrossed in his card games that he couldn’t take a break for meals. To overcome this, he asked for meat to be served between two slices of bread, allowing him to eat with one hand while continuing his game. And thus, the sandwich was born! Today, we’re making a simple yet delicious sandwich right at home. Packed with fresh vegetables and generous fillings, it’s a perfect, satisfying meal.
Main Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread
- 2 crisp lettuce leaves (such as Romaine or Iceberg)
- 3 slices of ham
- 1/2 handful of mixed fresh vegetables (e.g., shredded cabbage, red cabbage, carrot)
- 1 ripe tomato
- 1 hard-boiled egg
- 1 small piece of butter
- 1 teaspoon honey mustard
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/3 teaspoon sesame oil
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of white pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s prepare the fresh vegetables that will add a delightful crunch to your sandwich. Instead of crisp lettuce, feel free to use Romaine, Iceberg, or even refreshing cucumber. Don’t hesitate to use whatever vegetables you have on hand in your refrigerator! I’ve finely julienned some cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots. Also, get your ham slices, hard-boiled egg, and fresh tomato ready.
Step 2
Now, let’s make a flavorful spread for your bread! Take a small piece of butter, softened at room temperature (or briefly microwaved for about 30 seconds until soft), and mix it with 1 teaspoon of honey mustard. This spread will be applied to the bread slices. It acts as a barrier, preventing the moisture from the vegetables from making the bread soggy, thus preserving its delightful texture.
Step 3
Time to make a dressing for our vegetable mix! In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise with 1/3 teaspoon of sesame oil. Add a pinch of salt and a pinch of white pepper, then mix thoroughly. Toss this dressing with your prepared mixed vegetables until evenly coated. This creates a delicious, fresh vegetable salad filling.
Step 4
Let’s prepare a key component: the hard-boiled egg. Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of vinegar to the water. Bring to a boil and then simmer for about 15 minutes to achieve a firm, hard-boiled consistency. Once cooked, rinse the eggs under cold water, peel them, and then slice them thinly using an egg slicer or a knife.
Step 5
Wash your fresh tomato thoroughly and then slice it into uniform, sandwich-friendly rounds. The juicy freshness of the tomato will add another layer of flavor and moisture to your sandwich.
Step 6
Now, let’s prepare the foundation of our sandwich. Take the bread slices and generously spread the butter and honey mustard mixture you prepared earlier onto one side of each slice. This step is crucial for adding depth of flavor to your sandwich.
Step 7
It’s time to assemble the fillings! On one slice of bread (buttered side up), carefully layer your ingredients. Start with the sliced hard-boiled egg, followed by the ham slices, then the crisp lettuce leaves, and finally, top with the dressed mixed vegetables. Remember, the order of layering isn’t strict – feel free to arrange them according to your preference!
Step 8
Add your tomato slices on top of the layered ingredients. Then, take the other slice of bread, spread with the butter and honey mustard mixture on one side, and place it on top, buttered-side down. Gently press down to secure all the fillings.
Step 9
This sandwich is quite thick, so to keep everything neatly in place and prevent it from falling apart when you slice it, wrap it tightly. Use parchment paper or plastic wrap and ensure it’s snug around the sandwich. This will help maintain its structure.
Step 10
Voila! Your hearty and delicious sandwich is ready. Enjoy this satisfying meal bursting with fresh flavors and textures!
