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Jacques Pépin's Onion Sandwich
Jacques Pépin's Onion Sandwich
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Elevate simplicity with Jacques Pépin's elegant Onion Sandwich, a masterclass in minimalist culinary artistry. This sophisticated yet surprisingly simple creation features paper-thin onion slices nestled between mayonnaise-slathered white bread, delicately seasoned with salt and pepper. The finishing touch? A decorative rim of fresh chives that adds both visual appeal and herbal brightness. Perfect as an unexpected appetizer for gatherings or a refined light lunch paired with a crisp salad. - Claude
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Ingredients
2 slices of white bread
4 Tbsp. mayonnaise
2 very thin slices of your favorite onion
3 Tbsp chopped chives
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Cut rounds out of the bread as big as you can, or trim the bread square.
Spread mayonnaise on both slices of bread.
Layer the sliced onion on the bread.
Add salt and pepper.
Close up the sandwich, squeezing it together.
Spread mayonnaise on the edge of the sandwich, all the way around.
Roll or dip the edge into the chopped chives.
Servings\Yield
Makes 1 sandwich
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving - Calories: 485; Total Fat: 42g (Saturated Fat: 6g); Cholesterol: 24mg; Sodium: 650mg; Total Carbohydrates: 26g (Dietary Fiber: 2g, Sugars: 4g); Protein: 5g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says...
You can also make this using radishes instead of onions, butter instead of mayo, and parsley instead of chives. Or however you want to mix it up!
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Jacques Pépin 🔑 Keywords: sandwich, onion, chives, appetizer, quick
🗂️ Categories: 🥨 Apps & Snacks, 🥪 Lunch, 🥪 Sandwiches
📚 Collections: Uncle Dave's Cookbook, The TFR Cookbook, Our Favorite Jacques Pépin Recipes
Jacques Pépin's Onion Sandwich was added on April 13, 2025 and last updated on May 04, 2025.
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