Tramezzino facts for kids
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| Place of origin | Italy |
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| Region or state | Piedmont |
| Main ingredients | Bread, various fillings |
A tramezzino is a special Italian sandwich. It's usually shaped like a triangle and made from two slices of soft white bread. The crusts are always cut off! People fill them with many tasty things like tuna, olives, or prosciutto (a type of ham).
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What's in a Name?
The name tramezzino was created by a famous Italian writer, Gabriele D'Annunzio. He wanted an Italian word instead of the English word 'sandwich'. The word 'tramezzo' means 'in-between'. So, a tramezzino is like a little 'in-between' snack, perfect for when you're hungry between breakfast and lunch.
Where Did Tramezzino Come From?
The first tramezzino was made in 1925 at the Caffè Mulassano in Piazza Castello, Turin, Italy. It was created as a new kind of sandwich, different from the English tea sandwiches. Later, in July 1925, the newspaper La Cucina Italiana shared the first official recipe for this delicious sandwich. Today, tramezzini are also popular in Hungary. You can find them pre-packaged at train and subway stations, making them a favorite snack for people on the go.
What Makes a Tramezzino Special?
A tramezzino is known for its soft, crustless milk bread, cut into a triangle. The middle is always filled generously. What makes the bread so special is how moist it is. This comes from using mayonnaise and, in cities like Venice, even the humid weather helps keep the bread super soft.
Popular Tramezzino Fillings
There are many yummy fillings for tramezzini. Some common ones include:
- Ham with mushrooms, artichokes, or cheese
- Mozzarella cheese and tomato
- Different kinds of fish like tuna, salmon, shrimp, or crab
- Salami and boiled egg
- Rocket (arugula) and bresaola (cured beef)
- Chicken and salad
See also
In Spanish: Tramezzino para niños
