The sandwich seems like a simple dish.
Flavor and texture and how the two meld matter.
Keeping that bread out of the fridgeand sealing will prolong the life of its flavor and bite.
On top of good fresh bread, think about your bread-to-filling ratio.
Pickled vegetables do a great job here, whether simple red onions or heirloom cauliflower in a fancier giardiniera.
A sprinkling of vinegar goes a long way, too.
Adding textures brings complexity, like the crave-worthy combinations of crisp-soft or melty-toasty.
Think about the crunch that onion rings add to a sandwich or the subtle pop of seeds.
There are all kinds of ways you’re able to build contrasting textures.
One is to toast bread separate from the fillings, creating a thin crisp sheath around the outside.
Even slight variations between textures make a huge difference.
Jarred goods add dimension to sandwiches, and with almost no added work.
Here are some ideas.
