13 iconic sandwiches from around the world that make you want to travel and eat them
Every country has at least one sandwich that goes beyond fast food and becomes a cultural identity.
These are recipes that are born out of routine, the street, necessity or creativity, and end up winning over the world for their taste and practicality. Some are simple and comforting, others generous and full of personality, but all carry a story behind the bread.
In this selection, you'll discover 13 famous sandwiches from around the world, each representing a different place, custom and way of eating. From the delicate balance of the Japanese Tamago Sando to the assumed excess of the American cheeseburger, passing through European classics and Mediterranean icons, this list is an invitation to travel without leaving the table and understand why these sandwiches never go out of style.
1. Tamago sando たまごサンド - Japan
A classic Japanese sandwich made with soft bread and a creamy egg filling seasoned with Japanese mayonnaise. A simple combination that has become a favorite in Japan's konbini.
Have you ever heard of tamago sando ? It's the Japanese egg sandwich that's all the rage in konbini (small Japanese convenience stores). Imagine perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs , mashed with a little Japanese mayonnaise , all sandwiched...
2. Panini- Italy
Italian version of the pressed sandwich, filled to your liking and toasted until crispy on the outside and melty on the inside, perfect for any snack.
Enjoy a crispy panini with the delightful taste of salmon. A refreshing change from traditional meat-filled paninis! The creaminess of mozzarella will win you over, and the dill adds an irresistible touch of freshness. Ready to try? Follow our steps...
3. Gyros - Greece
Originally from Greece, gyros combines marinated and grilled meat with vegetables and sauces in a soft pita, bringing irresistible Mediterranean flavors.
Ready to travel to Greece without leaving your kitchen? Discover Chicken Gyros , the Greek sandwich that will make your taste buds swoon! This Mediterranean delight is made with marinated chicken, grilled to perfection, and served in soft pita...
4. Croque Monsieur - France
A French classic combining bread, ham and béchamel cheese, au gratin until golden and creamy - an elevated Parisian café sandwich.
An ultra-crispy croque-monsieur in no time at all? Challenge accepted! Thanks to the Air Fryer, no more waiting by the oven: in just a few minutes, you'll have a beautifully golden , wonderfully gooey, irresistibly delicious croque-monsieur :)...
5. Cheeseburger - United States
The American icon that needs no introduction: a juicy burger with melted cheese on a bun, a symbol of US gastronomic pop culture.
A homemade burger topped just the way you like it—pure perfection, right?! We invite you to try our recipe :-)
6. Arepa - Venezuela/Colombia
Typical of Venezuela and Colombia, arepa is a cornbread filled with a variety of ingredients, now a classic of Latin cuisine.
Want to take your taste buds on a trip? Try this sandwich made with arepas, Venezuelan rolls that are quick and easy to make! Yeast-free , they're also naturally gluten-free , since they're made from corn flour . A perfect recipe for a night in...
7. Bao bun 包子 - China
Steamed bread from China, soft and light, stuffed with seasoned pork, vegetables and aromatic sauces.
Dear lovers of Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine, our Banh Bao recipe is sure to delight you! A lovely Vietnamese steamed bun filled with pork. A great idea to make for Chinese New Year, for example ;-) Follow the detailed step-by-step instructions below ↓ ↓
8. Gözleme - Turkey
Turkish sandwich made in a frying pan with thin dough filled with ingredients such as spinach, cheese or meat, delicious and traditional.
Eating recipes with our fingers is one of our favorite things to do :-D So we decided to make Turkish crêpes that are soft and crisp, but above all generously filled! Feta, lemon, and parsley join the party, but feel free to change the filling to suit...
9. Tacos - Mexico
One of the most famous Mexican classics, tacos are tortillas filled with fresh combinations of vegetables, meats and vibrant sauces.
For a fresh and colorful meal, try our tacos! Homemade wheat tortillas to fill as you like ;-) Here we suggest a vegetarian filling packed with flavor. The ideal meal (to enjoy with your fingers, of course!) for a night in front of the TV or dinner...
10. Köfte sandwich - Turkey
Seasoned and roasted köfte, served in pita bread with yogurt sauce and vegetables, an explosion of Mediterranean flavor.
You already know our recipe for köfte (Turkish meatballs). But köfte can be enjoyed in more ways than on their own. Köfte is used in many different ways in Turkish cuisine. Köfte Ekmek is especially popular. It is a kind of Turkish street food. If...
11. Sloppy joes burger - United States
A relaxed American version of the hamburger, with seasoned and juicy meat served in a soft bun - full of personality
This is an American recipe. A different kind of burger, without mayonnaise, lettuce, pickles, or cheese. But it doesn't need any of that; the flavorful filling pairs perfectly with the milk bun. Some may recognize it from the movie 'It Takes Two.'...
12. Club Sandwich - USA/UK
Generous layers of bread, meat, cheese and vegetables form the elegant classic club sandwich, ideal for any time of day
A layered sandwich for even more indulgence and flavor! It’s nice and crispy, topped with an egg... How does that sound?!
13. Tuna onigiri お握り - Japan
Japanese rice triangle stuffed with tuna, portable as a sandwich and full of flavor - a traditional snack that combines practicality and tradition.
When we think of Japanese culinary culture, we obviously think of sushi , ramen and even the famous Okonomiyaki omelette... But what we particularly adore is the onigiri ! This little triangle of rice is the ideal snack for an on-the-go lunch,...
Mirella Mendonça
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