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Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich

A quintessential British sandwich combining rich, creamy egg salad with peppery fresh mustard cress on soft buttered white bread.

20 minEasyServes 2380 cal/serving

BritishLunchStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs, peeled
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper, ground
  • 1 punnet fresh mustard cress, trimmed
  • 4 soft white bread slices
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 4 large eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes, then cool in ice water.

  3. 3

    Finely chop the cooled 4 peeled large eggs and place in a bowl.

  4. 4

    Mix in 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp fine sea salt, and 1/8 tsp ground black pepper.

  5. 5

    Butter one side of each slice of 4 soft white bread slices with 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter.

  6. 6

    Spread egg mixture on bread, top with 1 punnet trimmed fresh mustard cress, and close sandwiches.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for Dijon mustard in Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich?

The entry for Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich calls for 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Can I make Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich is 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich is 4 soft white bread slices. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs, peeled and 3 tbsp mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich?

Refrigerate what is left of Egg Mayonnaise and Cress Sandwich within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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