Strammer Max - German Warm Sandwich
This recipe prepares Strammer Max, a traditional German warm sandwich. It features a slice of bread pan-fried in butter, topped with crispy bacon, a fried egg, sliced fresh tomato, and melted Swiss cheese. A quick and satisfying meal, perfect for a hearty breakfast or simple lunch.
Equipment
- 1 Frying Pan Medium-sized, non-stick preferred
- 1 Spatula Heat-resistant
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Cheese Grater (If cheese is not pre-grated)
Ingredients
Main
- 1 slice bread
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 2 ounces bacon
- 1 egg
- 1 tomatoes
- 1 ounce swiss cheese grated
- pepper
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: Slice the tomato and grate the Swiss cheese if not already pre-grated.
- In a frying pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until it reaches your desired crispness. Remove the bacon and set aside on a paper-towel-lined plate to drain, leaving any rendered fat in the pan.
- Add the butter to the same pan (or use the bacon fat). Place the slice of bread in the pan and toast it until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Remove the bread and set aside.
- Crack the egg into the pan and fry it to your preferred doneness (e.g., sunny-side up, over easy).
- While the egg is still hot in the pan, or immediately after placing it on the bread, layer the prepared ingredients.
- Place the toasted bread on a serving plate.
- Top the bread with the crispy bacon.
- Carefully place the fried egg on top of the bacon.
- Arrange the fresh tomato slices over the egg, then generously sprinkle with grated Swiss cheese.
- Season with freshly ground pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
1. Quality matters: Opt for a sturdy bread like a good sourdough or a dense rye, which will hold up well to the toppings and provide a satisfying base. Pan-frying the bread in butter adds a golden crust and rich flavor compared to plain toasting.2. Flavor layering: Cook the bacon to your preferred crispness. For an extra layer of flavor, fry the egg directly in the rendered bacon fat. This imparts a smoky depth that elevates the entire sandwich.3. Perfect finish: For optimal melty cheese, place the grated Swiss cheese over the warm egg and bacon immediately after frying, allowing the residual heat to gently melt it into a gooey topping. Serve this hearty German warm sandwich immediately for the best experience.