If you've never tasted cucumber sandwich, you might find it a little strange, as this dish is made from vegetables that are known for their mild taste. However, do not refuse before trying it. This dish is very suitable to be enjoyed with tea, or as a low-calorie snack without being accompanied by other foods. Learn the traditional British sandwich recipe as well as some variations of the recipe to make this dish even more interesting.
Ingredients
Cucumber Sandwich
For about 8-12 sandwiches
- Cucumber medium size
- 230 gr cream cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion salt
- A little Worcestershire sauce
- White bread or whole wheat bread
Recipe Variations
- Italian salad dressing
- 1 tablespoon dried dill leaves
- Lemon pepper for flavor
- Pumpernickel rye bread
- Handful of mint leaves, chopped
- Marmite jam
Step
Method 1 of 2: Cucumber Sandwich
Step 1. Peel and slice a fresh cucumber that has been washed
In a traditional recipe, cucumber sandwiches are made with thin slices of cucumber that are crispy after peeling. Use a potato peeler, or a small, sharp knife to peel the skin off.
You can use thicker slices or leave the cucumber skin on if you like. Adjust to your taste. Cucumber skin will not interfere, it's just, the texture is tougher than the cucumber flesh
Step 2. Strain the liquid from the cucumber slices
Put the cucumber slices in a colander. Let the liquid drain for about 10 minutes. Then place it on a plate and pat it dry with a paper towel.
To make a delicious sandwich, try to keep the outside texture of the cucumber slices dry and crunchy. Do not use cucumber slices that are soggy and soggy, as they will make your dish tasteless and watery
Step 3. Make the cream cheese spread
Combine cream cheese, worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and onion salt in a bowl. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed.
Step 4. Spread the cream cheese mixture on both slices of bread
Apply as much as you like.
Spreading cream cheese on both slices of bread is also useful for trapping moisture from the cucumber slices in the middle, so the bread won't get runny. You can also use an oil or other fat-based spread) such as peanut butter in this step
Step 5. Place the cucumber in the center of the bread sheet
Place a few slices of cucumber on one of the bread sheets. You can add lots of cucumber slices here, so you can feel it in every bite. When you're done, lay out another sheet of bread (smeared side down, of course).
Safe! You have successfully made cucumber sandwich for the first time
Step 6. Remove the edges, and slice the sandwich into small pieces
You are free to choose how you want to serve this dish, but in the UK, cucumber sandwiches are often served in small squares, triangles or rectangles after the edges have been removed. Slice the sandwich into the shape you like (or leave it whole) and serve immediately.
- If you are serving it to guests, repeat the steps above to make another sandwich from the remaining bread sheet. If necessary, spread the cream cheese and cucumber slices again.
- In the section below, you can learn some tips for adding flavor to regular cucumber sandwiches. Use this variation according to taste, you can even try serving different types of sandwiches on separate plates to liven up the atmosphere.
Method 2 of 2: Recipe Variations
Step 1. Sprinkle dill leaves over the cucumbers to add freshness to the taste
The dill leaves go well with the soft and light taste of the cucumber sandwich. In addition, cucumber is also a very important part in making pickled dill leaves. A sprinkling of dill leaves will give your sandwich a unique flavor.
To enhance the look of the dish, try serving the sandwich open (without the crust) and placing a sprig of fresh dill on top of the cucumber slices. Besides being delicious, your dish will look even more beautiful
Step 2. Use lemon pepper to give it a strong flavour
Cucumbers are crunchy, cold, and soft, perfect to be enjoyed as a snack during the summer. Adding a little lemon pepper to the spread or sprinkling it on top of the sandwich will give it a tart taste, making your dish even more refreshing.
Lemon pepper can be purchased at most major convenience stores for a fairly low price. You can also make your own from grated lemon zest, salt, and pepper
Step 3. Add Italian salad dressing for a savory taste
If the taste of the cucumber sandwich isn't strong enough for you, try adding a little of your favorite Italian salad dressing to the spread. That way, the taste of your dish will be more savory, but still soft and delicious.
Step 4. Use pumpernickel rye bread to make a traditional sandwich
Cucumber sandwiches can be made with any white bread or whole grain bread as long as they are of good quality. However, you can use pumpernickel rye bread for an old-school flavor. The heavy and sweet taste of the rye bread goes well with the crunch of the cucumber and the softness of the spread.
Rye bread is not always available at your local convenience store, but it may be available at a large department store
Step 5. Try adding chopped mint leaves to add freshness to the taste of the sandwich
Cucumbers are crunchy and cold without any additives, but with fresh mint, your dish will taste even more fresh! Chop a few mint leaves, then sprinkle them on top of the cucumbers, or place them on top of each sandwich as a garnish.
If you can, chop the mint leaves into fine slices. It sure is hard to chew a whole mint leaf in the middle of a sandwich, right?
Step 6. Try making a sandwich with marmite jam (if you dare)
Marmite is a strong flavored jam made from yeast extract which is well known in the UK and the Commonwealth of Nations. Some people like it, but some don't. There aren't many people who don't comment strongly after tasting it, and people who love it usually add this jam to their cucumber sandwich. Add a little more, if you want to try, but haven't tasted marmite jam before.
Marmite jam is often described as having a very salty and fishy taste. The smell is also strong, and to some, unpleasant
Tips
- For a fuller sandwich, try adding 1 or 2 layers of your favorite cheese. Strong-flavored cheeses such as white cheddar cheese work well in this recipe.
- Try enjoying this dish with tea or soup. The freshness of the sandwich is perfect after swallowing hot liquids (especially if you have a cold).
