Bocadillo De Jamón Recipe
Spanish ham sandwich
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Ingredients
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Bread
Ham
Cheese
Condiments
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Slice the Baguette
Using a serrated knife, cut the baguette in half lengthwise to create two sandwich halves.
- 2
Prepare the Tomato
Wash the tomato thoroughly and cut it in half. Set aside one half for later use.
- 3
Slice the Cheese
Cut the Manchego cheese into thin slices.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 4
- 5
Spread Tomato
Take the cut half of the tomato and rub the cut side onto the inside of the baguette halves to impart flavor.
- 6
Layer the Ham
Place the slices of Jamón Ibérico evenly over one half of the baguette.
- 7
Add Cheese
Layer the slices of Manchego cheese on top of the ham.
- 8
Season
Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste over the cheese.
- 9
Add Arugula (Optional)
If using, sprinkle a handful of fresh arugula over the cheese.
- 10
Close the Sandwich
Place the other half of the baguette on top to close the sandwich.
Serving
- 11
Cut and Serve
Using the serrated knife, cut the sandwich into manageable portions. Serve immediately.
