Classic British Sandwiches recipe

Name: Classic British Sandwiches recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices white bread; 2 eggs, hard boiled; 1 tsp capers, rinsed and finely chopped; 1 tsp chopped chives; 1 tbsp mayonnaise; 3 pinches Cress; 1 pinch White pepper; 5 radishes, very finely sliced; 15 g (0.5oz) butter; 3 anchovy fillets; 4 slices white bread; 25 g (0.9oz) Butter; 1 Half a small cucumber, de-seeded and finely sliced; 1 tbsp finely chopped dill; 15 g (0.5oz) Smoked salmon; 4 slices brown bread; 1 lemon; 1 pinch Black pepper

Servings: persons

4 slices white bread
2 eggs, hard boiled
1 tsp capers, rinsed and finely chopped
1 tsp chopped chives
1 tbsp mayonnaise
3 pinches Cress
1 pinch White pepper
5 radishes, very finely sliced
15 g (0.5oz) butter
3 anchovy fillets
4 slices white bread
25 g (0.9oz) Butter
1 Half a small cucumber, de-seeded and finely sliced
1 tbsp finely chopped dill
15 g (0.5oz) Smoked salmon
4 slices brown bread
1 lemon
1 pinch Black pepper

1
To make the egg, caper mayo and cress sandwich
2
Peel the eggs, mash them with a fork, then stir in all the other ingredients.
3
Season with pepper only; the capers should make the mixture salty enough.
4
Divide the filling between two slices of bread then top with the remaining slices.
5
Remove the crusts and cut into finger sandwiches.
6
To make the radish and anchovy butter sandwich
7
Finely chop the anchovies and use a fork to mash them into the butter.
8
Mix until well combined.
9
Spread two pieces of bread with the butter then add a layer of radishes on each.
10
Top with the remaining bread, remove the crusts and slice into fingers.
11
To make the smoked salmon, cucumber and dill butter sandwich
12
Mix the butter, dill and a few drops of lemon juice together
13
Season the butter with black pepper and spread a layer over two slices of the bread.
14
Top with a layer of cucumber followed by a layer of smoked salmon.
15
Remove the crusts and slice into fingers.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices white bread, 2 eggs, hard boiled, 1 tsp capers, rinsed and finely chopped, 1 tsp chopped chives, and more.

Yes, Classic British Sandwiches recipe falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic British Sandwiches recipe

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Variations & substitutions

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