Easy & Delicious Egg Sandwich: Perfect for Kids’ Snacks!
Simple to Make Kids’ Snack: Egg Sandwich, Rice Balls, Mini Omelets
Despite not having much going on lately, I find myself short on time to make snacks for the kids – though that’s just an excuse! Having received a delivery of nutritious food for my child, I decided it was the perfect time to whip up some egg sandwiches. This recipe is quick, easy, and packed with goodness, making it an ideal snack solution. Let’s explore how to make these delightful egg sandwiches, along with rice balls and mini omelets!
Sandwich Ingredients- 4 slices of bread
- 3 hard-boiled eggs
- 3-4 Tbsp mayonnaise
- Strawberry jam (for spreading)
- Cream cheese (for spreading)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the hard-boiled eggs for the sandwich. Place the eggs in a pot, cover with water, and boil until fully cooked (about 10-12 minutes). While the eggs are boiling, finely chop your chosen vegetables (like onion, carrot, bell pepper) for the sandwich filling. If you have bacon, chopping it finely and sautéing it will add extra flavor. Once the eggs are boiled, rinse them under cold water, peel them, and while still warm, mash them thoroughly using a potato masher or a fork. In a bowl, combine the mashed eggs with the chopped vegetables (and sautéed bacon, if using), mayonnaise, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the sandwich filling. Adjust the amount of mayonnaise to your preference.
Step 2
Lightly toast the bread slices in a toaster or on a dry skillet until golden brown. On one slice of the warm toast, spread a thin layer of sweet strawberry jam. On the other slice, spread a layer of creamy cream cheese. This combination adds a delightful complexity of flavors to your sandwich.
Step 3
Generously spread the prepared egg filling onto the bread slice with the cream cheese. Leave a small border around the edges to prevent the filling from spilling out when you assemble the sandwich.
Step 4
Place the other slice of bread on top to complete the sandwich, and press down firmly with your hands to secure it. For an even neater finish and to help the sandwich hold its shape, you can place a plate on top of the assembled sandwich and weigh it down with something heavy, like a pot, for a few minutes. This helps the layers meld together and prevents the filling from oozing out.
Step 5
This hastily made sandwich is a fantastic snack for kids! If you prepare the egg filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator, you can create a wonderful sandwich in just 10 minutes, even on busy mornings. Make meal or snack times special with a smile for your child.
Step 6
Now, let’s make some hearty rice balls! First, lightly sauté the finely chopped vegetables in a lightly oiled pan to bring out their crispness. In a bowl, combine the cooked rice with the sautéed vegetables and drained tuna. Season with soy sauce, corn syrup, pepper, sesame seeds, and sesame oil, mixing well. To add extra flavor to the rice balls, lightly toast the seasoned seaweed (kim) on a dry pan until crisp, then crumble it. Mix half of the crumbled seaweed into the rice mixture. Then, add the remaining half and mix again to shape the rice balls. Adding the seaweed in two stages ensures the flavor is evenly distributed throughout the rice.
Step 7
It’s time to make the mini omelets. In a bowl, whisk the 2 eggs with a pinch of salt. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour about one ladleful of the egg mixture into the pan and swirl to create a thin omelet. Place a shaped rice ball onto the thin omelet and carefully roll the egg around it to form a mini omelet shape. Be mindful of the heat to prevent the egg from burning.
Step 8
Finally, gently pan-fry the completed rice ball omelets over low heat until golden brown on both sides. This will result in a delicious mini omelet that is soft on the outside and moist on the inside. Making them in bite-sized portions will make them even more appealing for children!
