Colorful Bouquet Sandwich: A Special Finger Food with Seasonal Potatoes
Finger Food Made with Seasonal Potatoes – Potato Salad Bouquet Sandwich that’s as Beautiful as it is Delicious
Even an ordinary potato salad sandwich can transform into an eye-catching, special creation by shaping the bread into a cone. Wrapping it up like a little bouquet makes it easy to hold and eat, and it will also beautifully adorn your table. This recipe is perfect for kids’ snacks or as a delightful addition to your home party menu.
Sandwich Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread
- 1 medium potato
- 1 piece of crab stick (or surimi)
- 1 slice of ham
- A little cucumber (about 1/4)
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 2 cherry tomatoes
- Strawberry jam, to taste
Potato Salad Dressing
- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Mustard Sauce
- 1 tsp Sweetened Condensed Milk (or corn syrup)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- Pinch of Salt
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Mustard Sauce
- 1 tsp Sweetened Condensed Milk (or corn syrup)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- Pinch of Salt
- Pinch of Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the soft potatoes that will be the star of our sandwich. Place the potatoes in a pot, cover them with water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 20-30 minutes, or until a fork can easily pierce them.
Step 2
To ensure the bread rolls smoothly without tearing, carefully trim off the brown crusts from all four sides of the bread slices. This will help the bread roll better and maintain a softer texture.
Step 3
Using a rolling pin or the bottom of a bottle, gently flatten each slice of bread. Roll it out evenly and thinly, taking care not to tear the edges. This will make it easier to shape the sandwich later.
Step 4
Finely dice the cucumber. Also, finely chop the crab stick and ham so they integrate well into the potato salad. Feel free to add other ingredients you enjoy, like hard-boiled eggs or corn kernels! Dicing everything small ensures a cohesive salad.
Step 5
While the potatoes are still hot, peel them and mash them thoroughly with a fork or potato masher until smooth and lump-free. Mashing them while hot makes the process much easier and results in a creamier salad texture.
Step 6
In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with the finely diced cucumber, crab stick, and ham. Add the dressing ingredients: 2 Tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp mustard sauce, 1 tsp sweetened condensed milk, 1 tsp sugar, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Mix everything gently until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 7
And just like that, your delicious potato salad is perfectly prepared. It’s now ready to be the filling for your special sandwiches.
Step 8
Cut a piece of parchment paper (or plastic wrap) into a square that’s slightly larger than your bread slice. Place a flattened bread slice onto the parchment paper. Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam on one side of the bread. Top with a lettuce leaf, followed by a generous amount of the potato salad, arranging it nicely.
Step 9
Now, let’s shape the sandwich into a bouquet! Carefully roll the bread, starting from the side with the filling, along with the parchment paper. Roll it up tightly like a Swiss roll. Secure the end of the parchment paper with a piece of tape to maintain the beautiful bouquet shape.
Step 10
For a final touch, let’s add a colorful garnish. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and place them on top of the sandwich. This adds a vibrant pop of color and makes the bouquet sandwich even more appealing.
Step 11
Voila! Your incredibly simple yet beautiful potato salad bouquet sandwich is complete. Its cute, hand-held size makes it perfect for a delightful tea time or a lovely picnic treat!
