What does tamago sando mean?

Tamago means egg in Japanese, and sando is the shortened Japanese word for sandwich. So tamago sando means egg sandwich.

Is tamago sando the same as a 7-Eleven egg sandwich?

7-Eleven's egg sandwich is one version of tamago sando. FamilyMart, Lawson, bakeries, supermarkets, and cafes in Japan all sell their own versions, and the texture and flavor of the filling can vary. My recipe is inspired by the classic Japanese style rather than being an exact copy of one brand.

What other type of bread can I use that's similar to Japanese milk bread?

Soft supermarket white bread works well. Challah can also work because it's fluffy and thicker than standard sandwich bread, although it is richer and sweeter than shokupan.

Do I have to use Kewpie mayonnaise?

For the most authentic flavor, yes, I recommend using Kewpie mayonnaise. It has a richer, tangier, and more savory taste than regular mayonnaise. If you can’t find it, you can use regular mayonnaise or follow my homemade recipe for Kewpie mayo .

Do I have to remove the crusts?

No, you don’t have to. But if you want the sandwich to look and feel more like the ones sold in Japan, trim the crusts before slicing.

Can I make this without butter?

Yes, but the butter adds richness and helps keep the bread from getting soggy. If you skip it, I recommend eating the sandwich right away.

Why is my egg salad runny?

The filling may have too much mayonnaise or the yolks may be softer than expected. The finished egg salad should be creamy and spreadable but thick enough to stay between the bread.

The Creamy Japanese Egg Sandwich I Always Crave

Name: Japanese Egg Sandwich (Tamago Sando)
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons kewpie mayonnaise. Click here for homemade kewpie mayonnaise (which is very easy to make).; 1 teaspoon milk; Salt, for seasoning; Msg, optional but recommended; 2 slices Japanese milk bread (shokupan). If you cannot find Japanese milk bread, make it from scratch using my recipe.; 1 tablespoon butter

Japanese Egg Sandwich (Tamago Sando)

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Tamago sando is a soft and creamy egg sandwich made with shokupan, hard-boiled eggs, and Kewpie mayonnaise.

Author: Caroline Phelps
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
Category: Sandwiches
Method: N/A
Cuisine: Japanese
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 large eggs
2 tablespoons kewpie mayonnaise. Click here for homemade kewpie mayonnaise (which is very easy to make).
1 teaspoon milk
Salt, for seasoning
Msg, optional but recommended
2 slices Japanese milk bread (shokupan). If you cannot find Japanese milk bread, make it from scratch using my recipe.
1 tablespoon butter

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Instructions

Boil the eggs: Fill a small pot with water and gently add the eggs. Bring the water to boil and continue to boil for 7 minutes, until the eggs are medium boiled. While the eggs are boiling, fill a bowl with ice and cold water.
Cool the eggs: Turn the heat off, drain the eggs, and place them in the ice bath. Let them cool for a few minutes.
Separate the eggs: Peel and slice the eggs in half, lengthwise. Scoop up the egg yolk and transfer them to a bowl and set aside. Take 2 halves of the egg whites and chop them up. Store the other two halves in a storage container as you will not need them. I like to eat them for breakfast the next day or add them to a salad.
Make the egg salad: Add the mayonnaise and milk to the egg yolks and mix well, until the eggs are creamy. Season with salt and msg (it makes the egg even more eggy) to your liking.
Make the sandwich: Spread the butter on both sliced of bread and add the egg salad. Top with the other slice of bread.
Cut the crust and serve:Using a bread knife, cut off the crust and slice the sandwich in half, diagonally. Serve.

Notes

To add sweetness: To make the egg filling a little sweet, add about 1/8 teaspoon of sugar.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 596
Sugar: 4.6g
Sodium: 951.9mg
Fat: 44.2g
Saturated Fat: 11.3g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0.1g
Carbohydrates: 30.1g
Fiber: 1.6g
Protein: 18.2g
Cholesterol: 402.8mg

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