Avoid Soggy Egg Salad Sandwiches
To keep an egg salad sandwich from going soggy, manage moisture and choose the right bread and assembly technique.
Steps:
- Use well-cooked, properly cooled hard-boiled eggs and chop to desired size.
- Mix with mayonnaise, a touch of mustard, salt, pepper, and crunchy additions like celery or pickles.
- Lightly toast bread to create a barrier that resists moisture.
- Optionally spread a thin layer of butter or cream cheese on the toast before adding the egg salad.
Extra tips:
- Drain or pat wet add-ins to remove excess liquid.
- Assemble shortly before eating rather than packing fully assembled sandwiches for later.
- Add lettuce leaves between the bread and egg salad to shield bread from moisture.
These tips keep texture crisp and make for a much better sandwich experience.