Description
Comfort meets nostalgia in this classic fried bologna sandwich, a Southern staple that brings childhood memories to life. Crispy edges, melted cheese, and golden-brown bread promise a simple yet satisfying meal you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 6 slices bologna (beef, pork, or mixed)
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
Bread and Produce:
- 4 slices bread (white, whole wheat, or your choice)
- 2 thick slices of tomato
Condiments and Cooking Aids:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the bread foundation by generously coating two bread slices with creamy mayonnaise, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Layer a ripe tomato slice and a sharp cheddar cheese slice directly onto the mayonnaise-spread surface, creating a flavorful base.
- Prepare bologna slices by carefully scoring an “X” pattern in the center to prevent unwanted curling during cooking.
- Heat a skillet to medium-high temperature and lightly coat with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Carefully place scored bologna slices into the hot skillet, allowing them to sizzle and caramelize for approximately 3-4 minutes per side until edges become crispy and golden brown.
- Transfer the perfectly fried bologna slices onto the prepared bread and cheese foundation, arranging three slices for optimal coverage.
- Crown the sandwich with the remaining bread slice to complete the layering process.
- Return the assembled sandwich to the same skillet, toasting each side for 2-3 minutes until the bread achieves a rich golden color and the cheese begins to melt tantalizingly.
- For an alternative toasting method, utilize a sandwich press to ensure uniform browning and heating.
- Remove the finished sandwich from the heat, slice diagonally if preferred, and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Choose thick-cut bologna for a meatier texture and better caramelization during frying.
- Cut the “X” in bologna slices precisely to prevent excessive curling and ensure even cooking.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for superior heat distribution and crispier bologna edges.
- For a lighter version, swap regular bologna with turkey bologna and use low-fat cheese to reduce calories.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg