Egg Sandwich

Serves 2

20 mins

350 Kcal

This egg sandwich recipe is simple yet fully satisfying—a quick breakfast or lunch. With lots of proteins, rich flavours, and processed with all familiar ingredients, this is one easy-to-make dish. It's the boiled eggs that glitter within the sandwich. For this egg sandwich recipe, boiled eggs must be mashed to a creamy texture and mixed with mayonnaise, salt, or black pepper for its flavouring. This is a classic, and just perfectly so. The richness from the eggs and the gentle tang from the mayonnaise. In this recipe of an egg sandwich, the filling would be spread between two slices of lightly toasted bread for added crunch to the bite. The fresh lettuce leaves with crunchy, juicy tomato slices piled atop the egg mixture provide a refreshing contrast for this sandwich. It could even be topped with cheese, avocado, and a hint of mustard for further depth in flavour. And that is the beauty of this egg sandwich recipe—to say the least, for its versatility will not be rivalled. Whether you are in a hurry or craving something extra comforting and homemade, this sandwich fits every search for taste as well as nutrition. It's great when you want an instant breakfast or a snack that will fill your belly without weighing on the scale. This egg sandwich recipe can be quite practical, making something as easy and delightful to any person in search of a speedy, healthy snack to which he can really give his teeth. Serve it with a side salad or enjoy it just like that—yummy and very protein-rich!

Ingredients required for Egg Sandwich

2 eggs
2 slices bread
2 slices tomato
1/4 tsp black pepper powder
2 tbsp mayonnaise
Salt
Lettuce

Cooking steps for Egg Sandwich

1
While making the egg mixture, lightly toast 4 slices of bread on a tawa or in a toaster till golden brown.
2
The crunch from lightly toasted bread provides a welcome contrast to the silky filling of the egg salad sandwich. Any type of bread can be used, but the most commonly used are whole wheat, white, and multigrain.
3
Toast the bread till it just turns golden on the outside while remaining soft on the inside, so you do not have to gnaw away.
4
Assemble the sandwich by placing the prepared egg mixture on 2 slices of toasted bread.
5
Spread out evenly across the slice such that the mixture will reach the edges of the bread so you will not miss the flavours at every bite.
6
On top of the egg salad, place a few lettuce leaves and 2 slices of tomato.
7
Fresh crunchy lettuce adds another layer of crispness to this sandwich, while the tomato contrasts and gives it a more juicy flavour, slightly tangy to the rich creamy egg salad.
8
If you want, you can also put other toppings on, such as slices of cucumber, onion, or cheese, depending on your preference.
9
Once in place, top them with the remaining 2 toasted slices of bread, placing some pressure on it just enough to hold together the sandwich.
10
Ingredients settle in perfectly, and everything will be intact on that first bite.
11
Cut the sandwich diagonally in half for each. This will not only make cutting much easier but also help to give it that classic caf presentation.
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Serve the sandwiches hot while the bread is still warm and the filling is fresh.
13
The egg salad sandwich is best served immediately after preparation because the bread remains crispy and the vegetables stay fresh.
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The easy-to-make egg salad sandwich recipe is very flexible and easy to make. You can add your favourite ingredients, such as mustard, pickles, or even a dash of hot sauce, for enhanced flavour.
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Ready in no time for a quick snack or meal, these egg salad sandwiches become a true treat and can easily fill your stomach full of satisfying hunger.
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Whenever you are making them for an easy lunch or planning a picnic, sandwiches like these will surely end up being a hit for everyone.

Shop Ingredients

Tomato (2 slices)

Mayonnaise (2 Tbsp)

170

129

185

148

107

Eggs (2)

249

105

136

123

131

373

220

Black Pepper Powder (1/4 Tsp)

139

134

Bread (2 slices)

Salt

120

115

Lettuce

FAQs

What are some essential ingredients used in an egg sandwich?

For a simple egg sandwich, a few ingredients will do: eggs, bread-white or brown, whole-grain, or sourdough, and finally butter or mayonnaise, and salt and pepper for seasoning. Then, of course, comes the personal touch: perhaps a dash of cheese with cheddar, Swiss, or feta, some fresh vegetables, such as lettuce, tomatoes, or avocado, and herbs—dill or chives, for example—which add flavour as well as nutrition.

How should the eggs be cooked for the sandwich?

There are plenty of ways to cook the egg for the sandwich—from how you like them cooked. You can scramble them in a pan, fry them over-easy or sunny side up, or even just hard-boil them. If you want a dish that is creamy in texture, scrambling will satisfy this. To fried eggs, add the gorgeous yolk to drench all over. If you want to make use of hard-boiled eggs, boil them, peel them, and slice them for the sandwich.

Can I prepare an egg sandwich in advance?

Yes, you can prepare an egg sandwich in advance. This makes it an extremely convenient solution for busy mornings or meal preps. It would be best to store the cooked eggs and other sandwich components in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator to maintain freshness. If you're ready to eat, assemble the sandwich and briefly reheat the eggs—in a microwave or by heating in a skillet. The best texture should be obtained while adding little fresh ingredients, such as lettuce or tomatoes, just at the time of serving.