Club sandwich with scrambled eggs

17/11/2023

The Club Sandwich is a classic of American international cuisine that can be customized in many ways, such as by adding scrambled eggs. Here is how you could prepare a Club Sandwich with an Italian twist.

Ingredients

6 slices of sandwich bread or multigrain bread
6 thin slices of turkey breast or roasted chicken
4 large eggs
Milk, one tablespoon
4 slices of pancetta or bacon
2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
Fresh lettuce as needed
2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

Let’s start with the scrambled eggs: beat the eggs in a bowl with a tablespoon of milk, salt, and pepper. In a non-stick pan, add a drizzle of olive oil and cook the eggs over low heat, stirring constantly with a spatula until they are just set but still soft.
While the eggs are cooling, cook the pancetta or bacon in a pan until it becomes crispy. When ready, set it aside on paper towels to remove the excess fat.
Lightly toast the bread slices, then spread mayonnaise thinly on one side of the bread.
Now let’s build the sandwich: on a slice of bread with mayonnaise, lay down the lettuce first, then the tomato slices, salt, and pepper a second time.
On top of the tomato, distribute the scrambled eggs, then cover with a slice of bread. On this bread slice, add another layer of mayonnaise, then lay the turkey or chicken slices and on them the crispy pancetta.
Top with the last slice of bread and press down lightly. Cut the sandwich diagonally, creating two triangles.
Secure the two pieces with wooden skewers to prevent the ingredients from slipping off and serve immediately!

There you go, a delicious Italian-style Club Sandwich with scrambled eggs and the crispy pancetta, perfect for a hearty lunch or a casual dinner.

Curiosity

The Club Sandwich was born in the United States at the end of the 19th century. The term “club” is a tribute to the social clubs and casinos where this versatile sandwich was often served. The version with scrambled eggs is not classic, but it combines flavors and textures for a complete and satisfying meal.