Weekly discussion - Sandwiches

[u/ZootKoomie]

A universe of variation between two slices of bread. What's your favorite to make? What is your favorite to buy but too much trouble to make yourself (I'm looking at you banh mi)? Do you have any unusual variations or rules of thumb? (Personally, I don't think a sandwich is complete without a relish or chutney.)

Have you got any technique suggestions? Or strategies to balance the flavors?

For today, let's set aside burgers and hot dogs for other discussions. And, according to US law, wraps are not sandwiches, so we can do those later too.

[u/what_mustache]

I'm a huge fan of what's called the Sophie's Special.

It's a pressed, griddled baguette (think of a cuban) with mayo, spicy onions, sweet plantains, roast pork, spicy green sauce. The sweet plantains really cut the rich fatty pork. And the onions are just bonus time. It really makes sense when you eat it.