Bagel toast facts for kids
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| Type | Sandwich |
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| Place of origin | Israel |
| Main ingredients | Bagel, vegetables, cheese |
Bagel toast (Hebrew: בייגל טוסט, romanized: Beygel Tost) is a super popular sandwich from Israel. It's made by pressing and toasting a bagel that's filled with tasty vegetables and cheese. This yummy snack is usually grilled using a sandwich toaster or a panini press.
Even though it's called a bagel, the Israeli bagel used for bagel toast is a bit different from the bagels you might know. It's round with a hole, but it's made from a special dough and often has sesame seeds on top.
What's Inside a Bagel Toast?
Bagel toast can be filled with all sorts of delicious ingredients! Some common fillings include:
- Tzfatit cheese
- Feta cheese
- White or yellow cheese
- Green olives
- Corn
- Fresh tomatoes
- Onions
- Different kinds of dressing
- Pizza or chili sauce
Where Can You Find Bagel Toast?
You'll often find bagel toast in cafes and coffee houses all over Israel. It's a favorite casual snack that people also enjoy making at home.
One very famous place that serves bagel toast is the Abulafia Bakery. This bakery is located in Jaffa, which is part of Tel Aviv, Israel. At Abulafia Bakery, your bagel toast might come with a side of za'atar. Za'atar is a special mix of spices, including sumac, sesame seeds, and other herbs. It adds a unique flavor to the bagel toast.
