Nostalgic Delight: Homemade Paris Baguette Style Cabbage Salad Bread
Recreate Paris Baguette’s Famous Cabbage Salad Bread at Home with 99.9% Accuracy!
Do you love the sweet and savory cabbage salad bread from Paris Baguette but find it a bit pricey to buy? Now you can make it yourself at home! Using convenient store-bought morning buns, we’ll recreate that perfect balance of crispy exterior and soft, flavorful interior that everyone adores. Experience the joy of easy and delicious home baking.
For the Bread
- 4 Soft Morning Buns
- 1 cup Bread Crumbs (approx. 100g)
- 1 Egg (for egg wash)
- 1/4 small head of Cabbage
- 1/2 Cucumber
- A small amount of Carrot
For the Salad Dressing
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/4 Tbsp Salt (or 2 pinches)
- 5 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- A pinch of Black Pepper
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/4 Tbsp Salt (or 2 pinches)
- 5 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- A pinch of Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the cabbage. Take about 1/4 of a small head of cabbage and thinly slice it into shreds about 2-3mm thick. Cutting them in half if they are too long will make them easier to eat. Briefly blanch the shredded cabbage in boiling water with a splash of vinegar to sanitize it and remove any impurities. Then, drain it thoroughly in a colander. This step is crucial for maintaining the cabbage’s crispness and eliminating any unwanted odors.
Step 2
Next, we’ll prepare the carrot to add a lovely color. Julienne the carrot into strips about 2-3mm thick, similar to the cabbage. Adding carrot not only enhances the visual appeal but also improves the texture and flavor of the salad.
Step 3
Slice the cucumber thinly on the diagonal. Typically, about 2 slices of cucumber per morning bun fit nicely. Slice enough cucumber to match the number of buns you are using. Thin slices ensure a good balance when placed inside the bun.
Step 4
Now it’s time to make the delicious salad filling! In a large bowl, combine the prepared cabbage and carrot. Drizzle generously with mayonnaise, ensuring it covers most of the surface of the vegetables. This ensures the dressing coats everything evenly.
Step 5
Add about 2 pinches of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, and a pinch of black pepper. Gently mix everything together until well combined. Be careful not to mash the vegetables; a gentle toss is best. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Step 6
You can use the salad immediately, but for an even better flavor, chill it in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes. This allows the mayonnaise to meld with the vegetables’ moisture, creating a richer, more delicious taste. Chilling is a key step for optimal flavor!
Step 7
Prepare the buns for frying. Without cutting the morning buns in half, brush the entire exterior with the beaten egg wash. Then, generously coat the buns with bread crumbs, ensuring they are evenly covered. This coating is essential for achieving a crispy texture when fried.
Step 8
Heat a generous amount of oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Carefully place the bread-crumb-coated buns in the hot oil and gently roll them around. Fry until the exterior is golden brown and crispy. You only need to fry the outside until crisp; the inside doesn’t need to cook. Watch the heat to prevent burning.
Step 9
Once fried, place the buns on a wire rack to cool slightly. If the buns are too hot, they might crumble when cut. When they are warm to the touch, use a serrated knife to carefully make a diagonal cut across the top of each bun, without cutting all the way through. This creates a pocket for the filling.
Step 10
Inside the cut bun, arrange the thinly sliced cucumber pieces. The cucumber adds a refreshing element and helps prevent the bun from becoming soggy.
Step 11
Finally, generously fill the pocket in the bun with the chilled cabbage salad. Once filled, top with a generous amount of ketchup according to your preference. Your homemade Paris Baguette-style Cabbage Salad Bread is ready! Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors.
