Ingredients
For Sandwich Filling
- 8 slices white or brown bread
- 2 boiled potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- Butter, as required
- 1 cup fresh coriander leaves
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 green chillies
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Chaat masala, to sprinkle
- Black pepper powder (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients:
Wash and slice all vegetables thinly. Boil and peel potatoes, then slice evenly.
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Make Green Chutney:
Blend coriander, mint, green chillies, salt, and lemon juice into a smooth chutney.
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Butter the Bread:
Spread a generous layer of butter on one side of each bread slice.
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Apply Chutney:
Spread green chutney evenly over the buttered side.
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Layer Potatoes:
Arrange potato slices over the chutney layer and sprinkle salt lightly.
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Add Vegetables:
Layer cucumber, tomato, and onion slices. Sprinkle chaat masala generously.
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Close & Press:
Cover with another bread slice, buttered side facing inside, and press gently.
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Serve Fresh:
Cut into triangles and serve immediately with extra chutney.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Classic Mumbai street food taste
- Fresh and light snack
- Quick to assemble
- Customisable with vegetables
- Perfect for all ages
Expert Tips
- Slice vegetables paper-thin
- Use soft fresh bread
- Do not overfill sandwich
- Adjust chutney spice to taste
- Serve immediately for best texture
Common Mistakes
- Using stale bread
- Watery chutney
- Thick vegetable slices
- Skipping butter layer
Variations
Grilled Sandwich: Toast with butter until crisp.
Cheese Sandwich: Add grated cheese layers.
Healthy: Use brown bread and less butter.
Personal Note
Bombay sandwich always reminds me of quick bites between errands and school days. The smell of fresh chutney and buttered bread instantly takes me back to Mumbai streets. Simple, fresh, and full of memories.
FAQ
- Can I make this sandwich ahead?
- It is best served fresh to avoid sogginess.
- Is cheese traditionally used?
- No, classic version is without cheese.
- Can I toast the sandwich?
- Yes, grilling is a popular variation.
- What chutney works best?
- Fresh mint-coriander chutney.
About Chef
Shreya Singh, a Pune-based culinary enthusiast and homemaker, specializes in authentic Indian home-style cooking. With years of experience in managing a family kitchen, she has mastered the art of balancing taste, nutrition, and traditional flavours... Read more