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Creamy Japanese Egg Sandwich

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Indulge in the fluffy and creamy Japanese Egg Sandwich (Tamago Sando), a popular Japanese convenience store snack! Made with soft milk bread, creamy egg salad, and Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie), this simple yet luxurious sandwich is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a quick snack.

Ingredients

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For the Sandwich:

  • 4 slices of Japanese milk bread (Shokupan) or soft white bread
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie)
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • Salt & white pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
  • Chopped green onions or parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. Boil the Eggs:

  • Place eggs in boiling water and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to an ice bath, then peel and mash with a fork.

2. Make the Egg Filling:

  • Mix the mashed eggs with Japanese mayo, Dijon mustard (if using), sugar, salt, and white pepper.
  • Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

3. Assemble the Sandwich:

  • Spread a thin layer of butter on the bread slices.
  • Evenly distribute the egg mixture on one slice, then top with another slice.
  • Press gently and trim the crusts for a classic look.

4. Slice & Serve:

  • Cut the sandwich in half or into thirds.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.

Notes

1. Boil the Eggs:

  • Place eggs in boiling water and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to an ice bath, then peel and mash with a fork.

2. Make the Egg Filling:

  • Mix the mashed eggs with Japanese mayo, Dijon mustard (if using), sugar, salt, and white pepper.
  • Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

3. Assemble the Sandwich:

  • Spread a thin layer of butter on the bread slices.
  • Evenly distribute the egg mixture on one slice, then top with another slice.
  • Press gently and trim the crusts for a classic look.

4. Slice & Serve:

  • Cut the sandwich in half or into thirds.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.

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