Mozzarella Cheese Sandwich Recipe

A crispy, golden Mozzarella Cheese Sandwich loaded with melted mozzarella, vegetables and herbs. Perfect for breakfast, snacks or a quick meal. Makes 2 sandwiches.

Ingredients

4 slices bread, 150 g mozzarella cheese, grated, ½ small capsicum, finely chopped, ½ small onion, finely chopped, 1 small tomato, finely chopped and seeds removed, 1 tbsp sweet corn optional, ½ tsp oregano, ½ tsp chilli flakes, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp butter, Salt to taste, 1 tbsp chopped coriander or fresh basil

Method

Prepare the filling
In a bowl, combine mozzarella, capsicum, onion, tomato, corn, oregano, chilli flakes, black pepper, coriander and a small pinch of salt.
Add mayonnaise and mix well.

Assemble
Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each bread slice.
Place the filling generously between two slices, keeping the buttered sides facing outward.
Press gently.

Toast
Heat a tawa or sandwich grill over medium-low heat.
Place the sandwich and toast for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula.
Cook until the bread is golden and crispy and the mozzarella is completely melted.

Restaurant-Style TipFor an extra cheesy, stretchy sandwich,use:
Bread mozzarella vegetable filling mozzarella – bread
The extra layer of mozzarella helps create that beautiful cheese pull when you cut the sandwich.

Indian-Style Variation
Add:
½ tsp chaat masala
½ tsp red chilli powder
1 finely chopped green chilli
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander

Serve hot with mint chutney, ketchup or spicy garlic mayonnaise.