You don't need to turn on the oven or spend a lot of time to make a delicious and hearty breakfast. Styler editor (an RBK-Ukraine project) Anastasia Ostapova shared a recipe for hot sandwiches with sausages, cheese, and two sauces that are fried in beaten egg on a regular frying pan. The result is a crispy golden crust on the outside and a tender, melted filling on the inside. The entire preparation takes about 15 minutes, making it an ideal dish for a quick breakfast or snack.
Recipe Base and Adaptation
Anastasia based her recipe on the crispy ham and cheese toast from the SHUBA brand but adapted it to her own preferences. Instead of ham, sausages are added to the filling, and ketchup and mayonnaise are used as sauces. The cheese is pre-sliced, which simplifies the assembly process. The main difference from the original is the sequence of actions: first, the sandwiches with the filling are assembled, then they are dipped in beaten egg and fried in the pan until golden. This approach ensures the bread is evenly soaked in the egg mixture and forms a dense, crispy shell.
Step-by-Step Sandwich Assembly
The process begins by laying out four slices of toast bread on a cutting board. A small amount of ketchup and mayonnaise is applied to each slice and slightly spread with a spoon. The author emphasizes moderation: do not overdo it with the amount of sauce so the sandwiches do not become too damp and lose their shape during frying. Each sausage is cut lengthwise into two halves. On two slices of bread, place two sausage halves, and top with cheese slices. Cover the filling with the two remaining bread slices, placing them with the sauce side facing inward. Press the sandwiches slightly so the filling holds better and does not fall out during frying.
Egg Coating and Pan Frying
Crack the eggs into a wide bowl, add a pinch of salt and black pepper, and whisk with a fork until smooth. Quickly dip each assembled sandwich into the egg mixture on both sides — the bread should be soaked but not soggy. Heat a small amount of vegetable oil in the pan and place the sandwiches in it. Fry over medium heat for about 2–3 minutes on each side. When the bread turns golden, flip the sandwiches with a spatula. If necessary, cover the pan with a lid for a short while so the cheese inside melts completely. Remove the finished sandwiches from the pan, place them on a board, and cut diagonally into triangles.
Practical Tips and Important Nuances
Anastasia highlights several key points that influence the quality of the finished dish. First, it is better to use cheeses that melt easily for the filling, such as Gouda or Edam. Second, cooking should be done over medium or slightly lower than medium heat: on high heat, the crust might burn before the cheese inside melts. Third, if preparing several portions at once, do not stack the finished sandwiches on top of each other — the steam will cause the bread to lose its crispy crust faster. The dish is best served immediately after cooking while the bread is still crispy and the cheese inside is soft and melted.
Allergens and Ingredient Features
The recipe contains the following allergens: gluten (wheat), eggs, milk, and dairy products. Depending on the specific composition of the sausages and sauces used, mustard and soy may also be present. The author specifically warns that the recipe uses ready-to-eat sausages. If the manufacturer indicates a need for additional thermal processing, they should be pre-cooked according to the instructions on the package. This is an important point for those using less processed types of meat products.
Previously, Styler also covered how to prepare a snack with lavash and crab sticks in just 10 minutes. Styler is a project from RBK-Ukraine that combines entertainment and lifestyle: the publication writes about trends, celebrities, tips, recipes, and horoscopes. The identifier of the online media in the Register of Subjects in the Field of Media is R40-05347.
