Sandwich Knowledge: Sandwich Component
What is a Sandwich?
- A sandwich is a food consisting of vegetables, sliced cheese, or meat, placed on or between slices of bread.
- The sandwich began as portable finger food in the Western world, though over time it has become prevalent worldwide.
- Sandwiches are a popular type of lunch food, taken to work, school, or picnics.
- The famous sandwich: American Club Sandwich, Reuben sandwich, Hamburger, Hot dog, Croque monsieur, Banh mi, Burritos, Tuna sandwich, Egg sandwich, etc.
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The Concept of Sandwich Creation
- Good quality ingredient
- Delicious Taste
- Attractive color combination
- The texture must melt in the mouth
- Assembly can happen in advance, or à la minute depends on the desired outcome
- The size of the sandwich can small as hors d'oeuvre or large as an entree.
- Can be served hot or cold
- Can be an open-faced or closed sandwich
- The filling can be wrapped or between sliced bread
- 4 component of the sandwich must be used in sandwich creation
Sandwich in Food Safety
- Wash your hand often
- Sandwiches, whether hot or cold, present a dangerous environment for the spread of foodborne illness
- High protein, pre-cooked food, mayonnaise, and butter, along with a variety of hand contact, create food safety challenges
- Produce sandwiches under the most stringent conditions
Sandwich Presentation
- Presentation is very important for sandwich service
- Assembly of sandwiches should be conducted in an efficient and thoughtful manner
- Consider quality and presentation
4 Component of Sandwich
- Sandwich Bread
- Sandwich Spread
- Sandwich Filling
- Sandwich Side Dish
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1. Sandwich Bread
Criteria
- Firm and thick enough to hold a filling, not so thick sandwich is dry
- Keep sliced bread covered to prevent drying
- Toast immediately before sandwich assembly
Types of bread
- Pullman Loaves: White bread, Whole wheat-bread, Rye bread, etc.
- Peasant-style: Pumpernickel, Sourdough, Boule, Croissant, etc.
- Rolls: Hard roll, Soft roll, Kaiser rolls, buns, etc.
- Flatbreads: Focaccia, Pita, Ciabatta, tortilla, etc.
- Wrapper: rice paper, egg-roll wrappers, tortilla, etc.
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| Pullman Loaves Rye bread, White bread, and Whole-wheat bread |
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| Roll Bread Soft roll, Kaiser roll, and Hard roll |
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| Sandwich Wrapper The egg-roll wrapper, Ricepaper, and Tortilla flour |
2. Sandwich Spread
Criteria
- The moisture barrier, prevent the bread from getting soggy
- Holds a sandwich together
- Add flavor and richness
- Add moisture and help hold the sandwich together
- Some fillings include spread in filling mixture (i.e. ham salad) - no need to then add a spread
- Flavored butter or mayonnaise base, spreadable cheeses, tahini, jams, and condiments
Varieties of Spread Base
- Butter Spread with Flavor of.....: Lemon, herbs, Anchovy, Caviar, Mustard, Horseradish, Pimiento, Blue cheese, Shrimp, Olive, Shallot or scallion, Curry, Capers, etc.
- Dairy Product Spread such as Ricotta, Cream Cheese, Greek yogurt, Cheese Sauce, Mascarpone Cheese, Feta Cheese, etc.
- Mayonnaise Spread such as Blue Cheese Dressing, Thousand Island, Honey Mustard Dressing, etc.
- Meat and Fish Spreads such as Tuna spread, Roasted beef spread, etc.
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| Sandwich Spread |
3. Sandwich Filling
Criteria
- Meats should be properly cooked, vegetables properly cleaned and dried
- The filling should determine how all the other elements of the sandwich are selected and prepared
Types of Filling
- Vegetables: Radish slices, Olives, Pickles, Capers, Pimiento, Pickled onions, Lettuce leaves, Slices of tomato or onion,, Asparagus tips, Cucumber slices, Cherry tomato, Watercress leaves, Marinated mushrooms, Sprouts, etc.
- Meat: Roasted Beef, Braised Beef, Steamed Chicken, Roasted Chicken, Smoked Beef, Grilled Chicken, Smoked Turkey Breast, etc.
- Fish and Shellfish: Smoked oysters, Smoked clams, Smoked salmon, Smoked trout, Pickled Herring, Shrimp, Anchovy fillets, Caviar, Salmon or tuna flakes, Crabmeat, Lobster chunks or slices, Sardines, etc.
- Cured Meat: Bresaola, Pastrami, Pepperoni, Prosciutto, Bacon, Ham, Salami, Sausages, Smoked Meat, Smoked salmon, etc.
- Egg and Cheese: Boiled Eggs, Fried Eggs, Omelets, Scrambles Eggs, Swiss Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Feta Cheese, Fresh Mozarella, etc.
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| Sandwich Filling Cured Meat, Egg, and Vegetable |
4. Sandwich Side Dish
Criteria
- Should be fresh
Types of Side Dish
- Green salad or side dish salad (potato salad, pasta salad, and coleslaw, for example)
- Sliced fresh vegetables and greens
- Pickle spears or olives
- Dips, spreads, dressing, or relishes
- Sliced fruits
- French fries potatoes
- Potato dishes (Potatoes wedges, French fries, roasted potatoes, etc.)
- Condiments ( Tomato ketchup, Chili sauce, Mustard, dressing, etc.)
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| Sandwich Side Dish French Fries, Vegetables, and Pickles |
