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Japanese 7-11 Egg Salad Sandwich

This recipe crafts the iconic Japanese 7-11 style egg salad sandwich, known for its ultra-creamy filling and soft bread. Hard-boiled eggs are mashed and mixed with rich Kewpie mayonnaise, seasoned, and nestled between two slices of fluffy white bread for a simple yet satisfying treat.
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Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: lunch/dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 584
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 slices soft white bread shokupan is best
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs
  • 3 tablespoons kewpie mayonnaise
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Fork or potato masher For mashing eggs
  • 1 Spoon For mixing and spreading
  • 1 Chef's Knife For trimming crusts and slicing sandwich

Method
 

  1. Carefully peel the hard-boiled eggs.
  2. Place the peeled eggs into a medium mixing bowl.
  3. Using a fork or potato masher, mash the eggs to your desired consistency – either finely smooth or with some small chunks.
  4. Add the Kewpie mayonnaise to the mashed eggs.
  5. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
  6. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
  7. Spread the prepared egg salad evenly over one slice of soft white bread, extending close to the edges.
  8. Top with the second slice of bread to form the sandwich.
  9. For an authentic presentation, carefully trim off the crusts using a sharp knife.
  10. Slice the sandwich in half, either diagonally or straight, and serve immediately or chill briefly.

Notes

Achieving the signature taste relies heavily on using soft, fluffy white bread like shokupan and authentic Kewpie mayonnaise for its rich umami. Ensure eggs are perfectly hard-boiled, then mash them to your preferred consistency – finely for a creamy texture or slightly chunky for more bite. Mix gently to avoid overworking the eggs, which can make the salad dense. Season precisely with salt and pepper, tasting as you go. For presentation, trim the crusts for that iconic clean look. Chilling the finished sandwich briefly can help the flavors meld.