Source: Elenarui, AdobeStock When you need to diversify your usual shashlik or grilled vegetables, grilled sandwiches come to the rescue! The bread turns out crispy, the cheese melts appetizingly, and the fillings acquire a light smoky aroma. These sandwiches can be served as a standalone snack or as an accompaniment to main dishes outdoors. We share the best recipes!
1. Grilled Tomato and Cheese Sandwiches
Source: AdobeStock The easiest recipe using the most accessible ingredients.
You will need: 8 slices of white toast bread or baguette, 150 g Suluguni or hard cheese, 2 tomatoes, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Lightly drizzle the bread with olive oil and grill for 1-2 minutes on each side. Rub the hot slices with garlic, layer with cheese slices and tomato rounds, season with salt and pepper, and return the sandwiches to the grill for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese is slightly melted.
2. Grilled Ham, Cheese, and Mushroom Sandwiches
Source: AdobeStock Hearty sandwiches that can replace a full meal.
You will need: 8 slices of toast bread, 120 g ham, 120 g hard cheese, 150 g mushrooms, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Slice the mushrooms, drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, and grill until tender. Toast the bread on the grill, then add ham, mushrooms, and cheese. Return the sandwiches to the grill for a few minutes until the cheese melts.
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3. Grilled Bacon, Cheddar, and Pickled Cucumber Sandwiches
Source: AdobeStock A vibrant combination with a pleasant tang and smoky aroma.
You will need: 8 slices of white toast bread, 120 g bacon, 120 g cheddar cheese, 2 pickled cucumbers, 1 tsp mustard.
Preparation: Grill the bacon until crispy. Spread mustard on the bread slices, then layer with bacon, thin slices of pickled cucumbers, and cheddar cheese slices. Grill the sandwiches for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Grilled Chicken, Pesto, and Mozzarella Sandwiches
Source: AdobeStock You can season the chicken with paprika or any other spices.
You will need: 8 slices of bread, 1 chicken fillet, 120 g mozzarella, 2 tbsp pesto sauce, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Season the chicken fillet with salt and pepper, brush with oil, then grill for approximately 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Slice the meat thinly. Toast the bread, spread with pesto sauce, then layer with chicken and mozzarella. Return the sandwiches to the grill for a few more minutes.
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5. Grilled Feta, Roasted Bell Pepper, and Herb Sandwiches
Source: AdobeStock You can make sandwiches with eggplant or other vegetables using the same principle.
You will need: 8 slices of grain bread, 120 g feta cheese, 2 bell peppers, 2 sprigs of parsley, 1 tbsp olive oil.
Preparation: Roast the bell peppers on the grill until charred, peel off the skin, and slice into strips. Toast the bread on the grill, then layer with crumbled feta and roasted bell pepper. Drizzle the finished sandwiches with olive oil and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
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6. Grilled Sausage, Cheese, and Tomato Sauce Sandwiches
Source: AdobeStock And a little more simple and proven classic over the fire!
You will need: 4 slices of bread, 100 g semi-smoked sausage, 100 g hard cheese, 2 tbsp tomato sauce, 1 sprig of parsley.
Preparation: Spread tomato sauce on the bread slices. Slice the sausage into thin rounds, and grate the cheese using a medium grater. Layer the sausage on the bread, generously sprinkle with cheese, and transfer the sandwiches to the grill grate. Bake for 4-6 minutes over glowing coals, then garnish with parsley before serving.
7. Grilled Hunter's Sausage and Mustard Sandwiches
Source: AdobeStock An appetizing snack with a bright smoky flavor and a kick.
You will need: 4 slices of dark bread, 2 hunter's sausages, 80 g hard cheese, 1 pickled cucumber, 2 tsp spicy mustard.
Preparation: Slice the pickled cucumber into thin rounds, and cut the sausages in half lengthwise. Spread mustard on the bread and arrange the sausages and cucumbers. Sprinkle with grated cheese and grill the sandwiches for 5-6 minutes until a beautiful cheese crust forms.
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8. Grilled Ham and Pineapple Sandwiches
Source: AdobeStock A can of canned pineapple will also come in handy for a picnic!
You will need: 8 slices of white bread, 150 g ham, 8 pineapple rings (canned), 120 g mozzarella.
Preparation: Layer ham and pineapple rings on the bread, then top with mozzarella slices. Place the sandwiches on the grill grate and cook for 4-6 minutes until the cheese melts and begins to lightly brown at the edges.