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Japanese Egg Sandwich (Tamago Sando) Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A soft and creamy Japanese sandwich filled with fluffy egg salad, known for its delicate texture and simple yet rich flavor. Perfect for a quick snack or light lunch, this Tamago Sando combines boiled eggs mixed with Japanese mayonnaise and a hint of sweetness, all sandwiched between soft white bread slices.

Ingredients

Sandwich

  • 4 slices soft white bread

Egg Salad Filling

  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tbsp Japanese mayonnaise
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Butter (optional, for spreading on bread)

Instructions

  1. Boil the eggs: Place eggs in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until fully cooked. Drain and transfer eggs to an ice bath or cold water to cool completely. Peel the eggs once cooled.
  2. Mash the eggs: In a bowl, roughly mash the peeled eggs with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky, leaving some texture.
  3. Prepare the egg salad: Add 2 tablespoons of Japanese mayonnaise, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and salt and pepper to taste into the mashed eggs. Mix until well combined and creamy.
  4. Prepare the bread: Optionally, spread a thin layer of butter on each slice of soft white bread to add richness and moisture.
  5. Assemble the sandwich: Evenly spread the egg salad mixture onto two slices of bread. Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
  6. Trim and cut: Cut off the crusts to achieve the classic Tamago Sando look. Then slice each sandwich in half, creating two smaller sandwiches from the original four slices.
  7. Serve: Chill slightly in the refrigerator for around 10 minutes to settle the flavors before serving for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use soft milk bread or Japanese shokupan for an authentic, fluffy texture.
  • Chilling the sandwich before serving enhances the flavor and improves texture.
  • Adjust sugar and mayonnaise quantity to your preferred sweetness and creaminess.
  • For a richer taste, lightly butter the bread slices before adding the egg salad.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/japanese-egg-sandwich-tamago-sando-recipe/