Tea sandwich facts for kids
Cucumber sandwiches and tea
|
|
| Type | Sandwich |
|---|---|
| Course | Tea |
| Place of origin | United Kingdom |
A tea sandwich is a small, easy-to-eat sandwich. People usually enjoy them during afternoon tea. They help stop hunger until a bigger meal is served later. Sometimes, they are also called finger sandwiches because they are so small and easy to pick up.
Contents
What Makes a Tea Sandwich Special?
Tea sandwiches come in many shapes, but they are always simple to hold. You should be able to eat one in just two or three bites.
Different Shapes and Sizes
These sandwiches can be:
- Long and thin
- Cut into triangles
- Small like a biscuit
- Even shaped with a cookie cutter into fun designs
The Perfect Bread
Traditionally, tea sandwiches use thin slices of white bread. This bread is usually buttered. An important step is to cut off the crusts cleanly after the sandwich is made. This makes them look neat and easy to eat.
Today, people also use other types of bread. These can include wheat, pumpernickel, sourdough, or rye bread. The bread used for these small sandwiches is sometimes called sandwich bread.
Tasty Fillings
The fillings for tea sandwiches are light and delicate. They are not too thick or heavy. Common spreads include butter, cream cheese, or mayonnaise mixed with other ingredients.
Many tea sandwiches feature fresh vegetables. Some popular choices are:
- Radishes
- Olives
- Cucumber (the cucumber tea sandwich is very famous!)
- Asparagus
- Watercress
Other popular fillings include tomatoes, pimento cheese, ham with mustard, smoked salmon, fruit jam, curried chicken, fish paste, and egg salad.
See also
- In Spanish: Tea sandwich para niños
