Hearty Bacon and Egg Ciabatta Sandwich
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On a lovely, sunny day like this, wouldn’t it be wonderful to pack a picnic lunch and head outdoors? Instead of the usual kimbap, a sandwich makes for a convenient and light option that doesn’t even require a special lunchbox – just wrap it in parchment paper! This Bacon and Egg Ciabatta Sandwich is packed with thick-cut bacon, hard-boiled eggs, fresh lettuce, and melty cheese. The inspiration struck after seeing a sandwich on Coupang and thinking, ‘I can totally make this at home!’ Get ready to enjoy a delicious, restaurant-quality sandwich from your own kitchen!
Ingredients
- 2 strips thick-cut bacon
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- 1/2 onion
- 6 lettuce leaves
- 4 cherry tomatoes
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 2 ciabatta rolls
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare two ciabatta rolls for this Bacon and Egg Sandwich. (Note: While four rolls were originally prepared, two were used for a different sandwich.)
Step 2
For the dressing, we’ll use balsamic vinaigrette, which we’ve been saving from a previous salad. Balsamic glaze also works wonderfully here.
Step 3
Wash and prepare about six crisp lettuce leaves. These will add a fresh crunch to your sandwich.
Step 4
Thinly slice half an onion and soak it in cold water for about 10 minutes. This step mellows out the sharp flavor of raw onion, bringing out its natural sweetness.
Step 5
Cook the thick-cut bacon until nicely crispy. You can use an air fryer or a pan. Drain off excess grease and let it cool slightly on paper towels.
Step 6
Slice the sweet cherry tomatoes thinly, and also slice the hard-boiled eggs into rounds. Having all your ingredients prepped and ready makes assembly a breeze.
Step 7
Slice each ciabatta roll in half horizontally. Begin by layering a generous amount of lettuce leaves on the bottom half of the ciabatta. Don’t be shy with the lettuce; it adds wonderful freshness!
Step 8
Now, it’s time to stack the fillings. Place the crispy cooked bacon, sliced hard-boiled eggs, the mellowed onion slices, and the sweet cherry tomatoes on top of the lettuce.
Step 9
Add two slices of mozzarella cheese over the fillings. The cheese will melt beautifully, binding everything together. Finally, place the top half of the ciabatta roll to complete the sandwich.
Step 10
Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the sandwich just before serving, as adding it too early can make the bread soggy. This delicious Bacon and Egg Ciabatta Sandwich is now complete! Pack it well, and it can stay fresh in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, making it perfect for picnics. Enjoy your delightful homemade creation!
