CLT (Chashu/Lettuce/Tomato) Sandwich

Ingredients:

Makes 1 sandwich

  • 2 Tbsp. KEWPIE Mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp. Karashi paste*
  • 2 slices of bread, toasted
  • 1 c. shredded lettuce
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
  • 2 slices of ripe tomato
  • 3 to 4 pieces store-bought chashu
  • 1 tsp. olive oil
 
 

Directions

1. Prepare the Mayonnaise Sauce:

    • In a small bowl, combine KEWPIE Mayonnaise and Karashi.
      Set aside.

2. Prepare the Chashu:

    • In a frying pan, heat oil and sear chashu until lightly brown. Remove and set aside.

3. Prepare the Lettice mix:

    • In a small bowl, combine lettuce and cilantro and set aside.

4. How to Assemble the Sandwich:

    • Spread mayonnaise sauce on one side of each bread slice.
    • On top of the bread (mayonnaise sauce side up), layer lettuce mix, tomato, seared chashu.
    • Cover with the second side of bread, mayonnaise side down. Press gently to ensure every element melds together harmoniously.

*Karashi paste can be found in the Asian aisle at supermarkets or at Asian specialty stores.

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Kewpie Mayonnaise 450g (Product of Japan)