Here are the sandwiches of the world, presented by Vagabond Summer.
Philly Cheese Steak – U.S.A.
This sandwich developed in the early 20th century is comprised of paper thin fried beef, grilled onions and cheese stuffed into a small loaf of bread. While the originally probably featured provolone or American cheese, purists swear by the inclusion of canned cheese-whiz on this tasty behemoth.
Cemita- Mexico
This torta is crafted with beef, queso blanco, onions and avocado. These ingredients are placed atop a crusty white sandwich roll similar to Brioche called a bolillo. The Cemita is delicious with some red salsa and a light cerveza!
Sausage Roll- U.K.
My mouth is watering just looking at it! This sandwich is basically a sausage rolled in puff pastry and baked to golden brown perfection. Sometimes fried potato, onion and cheese are added to the concoction. For a similar experience try a Cornish pasty which is puff pastry filled with various meats like lamb or beef.
Donkey Burger- China
Most American’s will stick their nose up at the thought of eating donkey, but one man’s scraps is another’s delicacy. Built similar to a cheesesteak, the donkey burger consists of shredded donkey meat, lettuce and peppers served on a crispy flatbread known as Huoshao.
Kebab – Turkey
This isn’t the kebob that is skewered and cooked on a grill, the Turkish kebab is crafted using meat sliced from a vertical spit and stuffed into a pita pocket. Garnishes include tomato, onion, lettuce, pickles and chili. The kebab is a popular “drunk food” in the U.K.
Katsu Sandwich- Japan
If you have ever had Katsu, breaded pork cutlet, this is a pretty straightforward sandwich. The Katsu is sandwiched between two slices of white bread and seasoned cabbage (think cole slaw).
Mettbrötchen – German
ermans are weird with their sandwiches, one features pickled herring and raw onions, the Mettbrötchen is literally raw pork and raw onions in an open face sandwich. I’m not sure if I would try this one!
Banh Mi
In the 19th century, France was heavily involved in rule of Vietnam after establishing a huge colony which from French Indochina in 1887. With this the French brought with them the French baguette. Thus the Banh Mi sandwich was born.
There are several variations on the Banh Mi. In the North chefs tend to keep it simple with bread, margarine and a pate. The southern versions are more robust, with cheese, pickled vegetables, sausage, fried egg, and chili sauce.
Kaya Toast
It’s a shock that this sammie hasn’t caught on in the U.S. yet. Kaya Toast consists of a Southeast Asian spread made from coconut and palm sugar. Served on white bread with a runny egg, Kaya toast is excellent hangover food.
Toast Hawaii- Germany
I couldn’t resist putting Germany on here twice. Toast Hawaii is just a slice of toast, ham, a slice of pineapple, melted American cheese and a maraschino cherry.
Prime Rib Sandwich- Italy
There are no frills on this sandwich. Simply rare prime rib seasoned with porcini olive oil, sea salt and black pepper served on a baguette.
