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A submarine sandwich, also known as a sub, is a very popular meal found all over the place. Although commonly ordered at a pizza or sub shop all it takes is the right ingredients to make one right at home!
Steps
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![Step 1 Start off with a sub roll or a roll of bread cut down the middle.]()
Start off with a sub roll or a roll of bread cut down the middle. White and wheat are common bread choices although others exist. You can either cut through the entire bread lengthwise or cut through and keep the back to better keep the insides in.[1] -
Spread the bread with a condiment of your choice. Mayonnaise, miracle whip, mustard, bbq, and hot sauce are all popular choices. You can also save this for last or only spread on top/bottom half.[2]Advertisement -
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Add cheese on top of the meat or on the top slice of bread. American, cheddar, and swiss are popular but any would work.
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![Step 5 Toast your sandwich if wanted.]()
Toast your sandwich if wanted. You can toast it in an oven or heat up the meat/cheese only and then add it to the bread.[6] -
Add vegetables. Onions, tomatoes, peppers (banana/bell/Jalapeno), lettuce, spinach, sprouts, olives, pickles, cucumbers, and mushrooms are all popular options.[7]
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Add final touches. Salt and pepper, oregano, garnish, oil, and vinegar are popular options.
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Close the sub. Being careful to tuck all the ingredients into the sandwich close the bread. -
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Cut the sandwich in half. This is optional but you can do this if you're using a whole loaf of bread to make it easier to pick up and eat.[8]
Community Q&A
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QuestionHow can I prevent everything from falling out every time I take a bite?
Community AnswerThis usually means you should put fewer ingredients on your sandwich. The best thing you can do is try to cup your hands around the sandwich so nothing can fall out while you're eating it, but this is tricky. -
QuestionCan I add sauce on the sandwich?
QamarTop AnswererSure. Feel free to add any desired toppings on your sub sandwich. Sauces, like tomato sauce, cheese sauce, and Italian sauce, are all good ones to consider. -
QuestionCan I add fruits to my sandwich?
Community AnswerA normal sub sandwich is usually meant for meats, cheese etc., but if you would like to experiment by adding fruits, go for it.
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If you're using shredded lettuce you could place it on top of a sauce such as mayo or similar to get it to stick without it all falling.Thanks
Things You'll Need
- Knife
- Butter spreader
- Plate
- Tongs
References
- ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/italian-subs-recipe-1973242
- ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-a-sandwich-for-a-crowd-232725
- ↑ https://www.simplyscratch.com/2012/12/italian-sub-sandwiches.html
- ↑ https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/bas-best-breakfast-sandwich
- ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-the-veggie-sandwich-you-make-when-you-dont-want-mess-up-the-kitchen-244662
- ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/5-ways-to-make-a-hot-crispy-sandwich-without-a-panini-press-177316
- ↑ https://www.tastingtable.com/cook/recipes/italian-sandwich-meat-cheese-recipe
- ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/the-correct-way-to-cut-your-sandwich-258652
About This Article
To make a sub sandwich, start by cutting a sub roll in half lengthwise. Then, spread your favorite condiments over the inside of the roll, like mayonnaise, mustard, or hot sauce. Next, you can add meat to your sub, like ham, turkey, or chicken, as well as some slices of cheese. If you want a toasted sub, toast it in the oven after you add the meat and cheese. Finally, top off your sub with vegetables, like onions, tomatoes, and peppers, before closing it and cutting it in half. To learn how to season a sub sandwich, scroll down!
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