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Chopped Sandwich with Leftover Otak-Otak

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Assembled and Lightly Toasted
  • Cuisine: Southeast Asian Inspired
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A quick and flavorful chopped sandwich made with leftover otak otak, crisp vegetables, and creamy mayonnaise, all tucked into lightly toasted bread for a satisfying and smoky bite.


Ingredients

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  • 200 grams leftover otak otak, flaked
  • 4 slices sandwich bread
  • 1 cup lettuce, shredded
  • 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat your toaster or a dry pan over medium heat if you prefer toasted bread.
  2. In a mixing bowl, flake the otak otak and combine it with mayonnaise, black pepper, and salt. Mix gently until evenly coated.
  3. Lightly toast the sandwich bread slices until golden and slightly crisp on the edges.
  4. Lay the toasted bread flat and spread the otak otak mixture evenly over two slices.
  5. Layer shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, and sliced cucumber evenly over the filling.
  6. Top with the remaining bread slices and press gently. If desired, warm the assembled sandwich in a pan for 1 to 2 minutes per side.
  7. Slice in halves and serve immediately while fresh and crisp.

Notes

  • Pat dry the vegetables before assembling to prevent soggy bread.
  • You can prepare the filling up to 2 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • For extra brightness, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to the filling.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 680 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg