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Viral Italian Chopped Sandwich Recipe

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This Viral Chopped Italian Sandwich is a quick and satisfying lunch option combining savory Genoa salami, ham, pepperoni, and provolone cheese with fresh vegetables and zesty Italian dressing. The sandwich is chopped and mixed for perfect flavor distribution and served on toasted hoagie or ciabatta bread for a crunchy finish.

Ingredients

Meats and Cheese

  • 4 slices Genoa salami
  • 4 slices ham
  • 4 slices pepperoni
  • 2 slices provolone cheese

Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 cup diced tomato
  • 1/4 cup banana peppers
  • 2 tbsp diced red onion

Condiments and Seasoning

  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Italian dressing
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano

Other

  • 1 hoagie roll or ciabatta bread

Instructions

  1. Chop Meats and Cheese: Finely chop the Genoa salami, ham, pepperoni, and provolone cheese into small pieces on a clean cutting board to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed in the sandwich filling.
  2. Add Vegetables: Combine shredded lettuce, diced tomato, banana peppers, and diced red onion with the chopped meats and cheese, layering the fresh and savory components together.
  3. Mix in Condiments: Add mayonnaise and Italian dressing over the mixture to bring creaminess and tangy flavor. Sprinkle dried oregano to enhance the Italian seasoning profile.
  4. Combine Thoroughly: Chop and fold the entire mixture repeatedly until all ingredients and seasonings are well combined, ensuring every bite is flavorful.
  5. Toast the Bread: Lightly toast the hoagie roll or ciabatta bread until it is golden and crisp to add texture and warmth to the sandwich.
  6. Assemble the Sandwich: Scoop the chopped filling generously into the toasted bread, spreading it evenly to maximize flavor and texture in each bite.
  7. Serve: Press the sandwich gently to compact the ingredients and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of crunchy bread and mixed filling.

Notes

  • You can customize the sandwich by adding or substituting meats like turkey or capicola.
  • For extra freshness, add sliced cucumbers or bell peppers.
  • If preferred, substitute mayonnaise with pesto or mustard for different flavor profiles.
  • Use gluten-free bread to make this sandwich gluten-free.
  • Chopping the ingredients finely helps meld the flavors better and makes the sandwich easier to eat.