Bagel Sandwich
A sesame bagel sandwich made with the sweet and savory combination of fig jam and cream cheese.
📝 Editor's Notes
This tuna sandwich is appealing for its savory, hearty, and spicy flavor.
Unlike typical tuna sandwiches, it's characterized by the generous addition of red pepper and green onions to eliminate any fishy taste and enhance its aroma.
This recipe also uses plenty of mozzarella cheese for added richness and creaminess, and whole wheat bread for a healthy touch.
It's a simple yet satisfying meal that's perfect as a substantial lunch or dinner.
Those who enjoy spicy food will especially love this.
It's also great for a busy breakfast or a hungry afternoon snack.
🛒 Ingredient Tips
The key ingredients that determine the flavor of this sandwich are tuna, whole wheat bread, and green onions.
For tuna, choose a lean, light tuna in a can for a cleaner taste.
Thoroughly draining the oil is the first step to eliminating any fishiness.
For whole wheat bread, it's best to choose a product that isn't too soft and has some texture, similar to a rye bread.
This helps maintain a crispy texture after toasting, which pairs much better with the tuna filling.
Select fresh green onions with plenty of green parts, and finely chop them to add an exquisite aroma that blends well with the tuna.
Remember that generously adding green onions is the 'magic combination' point of this sandwich.
🔄 Substitution Guide
For the main ingredient, instead of tuna, you can use canned chicken breast or finely shredded boiled chicken breast.
In this case, as the flavor will be milder, adjust the amount of mayonnaise or honey to add moisture and umami.
If you don't have whole wheat bread, plain bread or other grain breads can be used, but whole wheat bread offers the best crisp texture and health benefits.
Cheddar cheese or sliced cheese can be used instead of mozzarella cheese, but you might miss the unique soft and chewy texture of mozzarella.
If whole grain mustard is unavailable, regular mustard can be used, but the tangy flavor and seed texture of whole grain mustard greatly enhance the sandwich's flavor.
🥘 Ingredients
👨🍳 Cooking Points
There are two crucial cooking points.
First, when making the tuna filling, remove as much oil as possible from the canned tuna.
Remaining oil can make the sandwich greasy and intensify the distinct fishy taste of tuna.
Press it firmly through a sieve to completely drain the oil.
Second, heat control is important when grilling the sandwich.
The key is to toast both sides of the bread until golden brown over medium-low heat, ensuring it doesn't burn.
Grill for about 3-4 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
Grilling over too high heat might burn the bread before the cheese melts, so grill patiently and slowly.
The sandwich is perfect when the bread is crispy and the cheese is nicely melted and stretchy.
👨🍳 Directions
Slice the sesame bagel in half. Spread fig jam on one half and cream cheese on the other half.
Place the sliced cheese on the cream cheese-smeared half. Then, fold the jambon neatly and place it on top.
Top the jambon with arugula, then cover with the fig jam-smeared half to complete the sandwich.
💡 Tips
The combination of fig jam and cream cheese (or ricotta cheese) is the highlight of this sandwich.
Instead of a sesame bagel, you can use regular bread or other types of bagels.
You can enjoy a moist and chewy texture without toasting the bread. You may toast it if preferred.
📦 Storage & Reuse
The completed tuna sandwich is best enjoyed immediately to savor its warm and crispy texture.
If there are leftovers, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate, consuming by the next day.
Refrigeration may cause the bread to lose its crispiness and the filling to become soggy.
To reheat, warm it in an air fryer at 350°F (180°C) for about 5 minutes, or pan-fry it again over low heat.
Any leftover tuna filling can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and used for fried rice or as a salad topping.
🥢 Who This Is For
This spicy tuna sandwich is excellent as a quick breakfast or a brunch item.
It's highly recommended for those who enjoy spicy flavors and desire a hearty meal.
It's easy to make, so even students living alone or beginner cooks can try it.
Good accompaniments include a fresh salad, a warm soup, or a cold Americano or latte.
It's also perfect for enjoying a leisurely brunch on a weekend afternoon.
🔥 Nutrition Info
The estimated nutritional information for one serving of this tuna sandwich (based on 2 slices of whole wheat bread) is approximately 450-550 kcal, 25-35g protein, 25-35g fat, and 30-40g carbohydrates.
Whole wheat bread has a higher fiber content than regular bread, aiding gut health and promoting prolonged satiety.
Tuna is rich in high-quality protein and Omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for cardiovascular health and contributing to improved brain function.
Mozzarella cheese provides calcium and protein.
Green onions are abundant in Vitamin C and allicin, which help strengthen immunity.
Overall, it's a well-balanced meal with carbohydrates, protein, and fat, making it an excellent and satisfying option.
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