Hello !! Welcome and welcome once again to Paulina Kitchen! Today with a super special recipe, because we all know that the crumb sandwich is a delight that cannot be missing at any meeting or celebration in Argentina.
Well, what would you do if I tell you that you can do your own crumb blood cells at home? In this article, we will see how to do it, step by step, to discover the magic of preparing your own crumb sandwiches .
Although they are usually purchased in bakeries, making your own crumb sandwiches at home is easier than it seems. In addition, am I going to tell you what I did when I could design my own crumb sanguches? And how you could do it too.
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About the crumb sandwich
The crumb sandwich is an emblem of Argentine cuisine. They are small and fine snacks, which perfectly balance the proportion between bread and filling, have the fair proportion between cold and bread , a real delight.
These sandwiches are very dear in Argentina, and if you ever visit the country, you have to try them if or if, in some way. Although doing them at home is not so common, it is also possible, and with some tricks that we are going to see, you will be able to replicate that unique texture and its unmistakable taste.
? The key? It is to keep the wet bread and use quality ingredients for the filling.
The crumb blood cells in Argentina
The crumb sandwich is much more than a simple bite in Argentina. We can say that they are a symbol of good times. From family gatherings to birthday parties , these small sandwiches can always be present.
- Being so versatile and because they offer the possibility of combining different ingredients and flavors that you like, they are a perfect option for any time and meeting.
In Argentina, crumb bloods are sold in all bakeries and confectionery, and can be found in different varieties: from ham and cheese classics, to more gourmet versions with ingredients such as palmitos, olives or roquefort . Doing them at home is an option that besides being cheaper, allows you to create custom combinations for your tastes.
Necessary ingredients for a crumb sandwich
To prepare some authentic crumb blood cells , you need to have the following ingredients at hand:
- Magic bread : this special bread, without bark and finely cut, is the basis of the crumb sandwich . You can buy it in supermarkets or bakeries.
- Pomada butter : ideal to spread bread and softness.
- Milk mayonnaise : a classic mixture that keeps wet bread.
- Varied fillings : ham, cheese, salame, tomato, hard egg, roquefort, eggplant, among others.
Basic crumb sandwich
The secret for a good crumb sandwich is to keep wet bread throughout the process. To achieve this, you will have to cover the bread with a clean and humid cloth while working. Then, you just have to spread the bread with butter or mayonnaise and place the filling you want. Next, I explain how to make some classic combinations of crumb sandwich and more creative ones.
The versatility of the crumb sandwich
One of the biggest attractions of crumb sandwich is its versatility because it is a recipe that can be adapted to personal tastes or the preferences of your guests.
- Do you like the most intense flavors? So you can try Roquefort and Salame, do you prefer something cooler? Then yours will be a spring crumb sandwich with ham, cheese, tomato and lettuce.
This flexibility also allows crumb bloods to adapt to any occasion, from a simple lunch to an elegant reception. No matter the combination you choose, the result will always be a delicious bite that will love everyone.
Doing crumb sandwich at home is an excellent way to enjoy this Argentine delight without spending more. With the recipes that we will see, you will be able to prepare your classic crumb sandwich, even more innovative options.
If you got here crazy or wanting to innovate in your sandwiches, I leave you a selection of great recipes to make different sandwiches.
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Magic Sandwich Recipes
Yield: 24 sandwiches
Ingredients
- Magic bread: 12 large slices of crumb bread (equivalent to 24 sandwich tapas).
- Pomada butter: 150 grams.
- Milk mayonnaise: 200 grams of mayonnaise mixed with 50 ml of milk.
Fillings
Ham and cheese
- Cooked ham: 200 grams.
- Machine cheese: 200 grams.
Spring
- Cooked ham: 100 grams.
- Machine cheese: 100 grams.
- Fine sliced tomato: 2 tomatoes (preferably perite tomato).
- Lettuce: 4 large leaves.
Vegetable
- Spinach or cooked chard: 100 grams.
- Grated carrot: 1 big carrot.
- Hard egg: 2 units.
Roquefort and eggplant
- Roquefort: 100 grams.
- Corted and golden eggplant: 1 median eggplant.
Recipes of 5 types of crumb sandwich
Ham and cheese crumb sandwich
Ingredients:
- Crumb bread
- Cooked ham
- Machine cheese
- Milk mayonnaise
Instructions:
- Spread a sheet of crumb bread with the mixture of mayonnaise and milk.
- Place a layer of cooked ham and, on this one, one of cheese.
- It covers with another sheet of sneeled pan.
- Cut the edges to make it neat and voila.
Spring crumb sandwich
Ingredients:
- Crumb bread
- Cooked ham
- Machine cheese
- Fine sliced tomato (recommended expert tomato)
- Lettuce
- Milk mayonnaise
Instructions:
- Spread a sheet of crumb bread with mayonnaise.
- Place a layer of ham, another cheese, and then add slices of tomato and lettuce.
- Cover with another bread sheet and cut the edges.
Vegetable crumb sandwich
Ingredients:
- Crumb bread
- Spinach or cooked chard
- Grated carrot
- Hard egg
- Pomada butter
Instructions:
- Spread a sheet of bread with an ointment butter.
- Add a layer of spinach or chard, grated carrot and chopped hard egg.
- Cover with another bread sheet and cut the edges.
Roquefort and eggplant crumb sandwich
Ingredients:
- Black crumb bread
- Roquefort
- Cut and gold eggplant
- Pomada butter
Instructions:
- Mix the ointment butter with the roquefort and spread a sheet of black crumb bread.
- Add the golden eggplant slices.
- Cover with another bread sheet and cut the edges.
The importance of presentation in crumb sandwiches
In addition to the ingredients, the presentation of the crumb sandwiches is a part to which we are going to pay attention, since the aesthetics of the crumb blood cells is part of their charm. Cutting the edges so that they are prolonged and give them the proper shape, either in triangles, rectangles or squares, is a detail that makes the difference.
A good advice is to keep the crumb bleeds covered with a damp cloth until they are served. This prevents bread from drying out and guarantees that each bite is soft and delicious.
Final tips to make the best crumb blood cells
- Keep the wet bread : it is essential for bread not to dry and crumb bloods are soft and delicious.
- Cut the edges : this step is key for crumb sandwiches to look prolijos and appetite.
- Varies the fillings : do not be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. Creativity can lead you to discover incredible combinations.
