There are few foods that are so quintessentially British as corned beef. And it’s still as loved today as it was a hundred years ago.
Princes Corned Beef is the nation’s favourite corned beef brand and for good reason – it’s as tasty as it is convenient. Easy to store in the cupboard for whenever you need it, it goes fantastically in everything from a pasta sauce to stews, but of course there is one dish that it is rather famous for – the corned beef sandwich.
And that’s what this recipe is all about – making an absolutely perfect deli-style sandwich with all the extras you’d hope for to make the corned beef really shine through. That includes savoury rye bread griddled to perfection, English mustard for a little extra kick, pickles for that hit of acidity and plenty of smoked cheese to round out the flavours and, of course, lettuce, onion and tomatoes for extra deliciousness and crunch.
While the sandwich may look worthy of a fancy deli counter, it’s super simple to make, super affordable and takes hardly any time to prepare. If you’re looking for a treat at lunchtime to fill you up, you’ll be absolutely delighted with this nostalgic snack.
Ingredients
- 6 slices thick cut rye bread
- 4 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 romaine lettuce heart, sliced
- 1 can Princes Corned Beef, cut into 1/2 cm slices
- 2 tsp English mustard
- 4 smoked cheese slices
- 1 beef tomato, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1 whole gherkin, thinly sliced
Instructions
Spread both sides of all six slices of bread thinly with mayonnaise. Warm the griddle pan over a medium heat, then toast the bread on both sides until griddle lines appear.
Lightly griddle your Princes Corned Beef, then top two pieces of toast with lettuce and a generous pile of corned beef. Spread two further slices of toast with mustard.
Place the mustard-covered toast on top of your sandwich, mustard side down.
Top with the smoked cheese
Add the tomatoes and onion.
Top with the gherkins and more of the sliced lettuce.
Put the final two slices of toast on top to complete your sandwich. Pierce all the way through with a wooden skewer in two places.
Cut diagonally with a sharp serrated knife.
Enjoy!
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Ultimate deli-style corned beef on rye sandwich
Quintessentially British corned beef piled high on rye bread with English mustard, pickles and smoked cheese for deli-style deliciousness.
Ingredients
- 6 slices rye bread thick cut
- 4 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 romaine lettuce heart sliced
- 340 g Princes Corned Beef (1 can) cut into 1/2 cm slices
- 2 tsp English mustard
- 4 slices smoked cheese
- 1 beef tomato sliced
- 1/2 red onion sliced
- 1 gherkin thinly sliced
Instructions
Spread both sides of all six slices of bread thinly with mayonnaise.
Warm the griddle pan over a medium heat, then toast the bread on both sides until griddle lines appear.
Lightly griddle your Princes Corned Beef.
Top two pieces of toast with lettuce and a generous pile of corned beef.
Spread two further slices of toast with mustard.
- Place the mustard-covered toast on top of your sandwich, mustard side down.
- Top with the smoked cheese.
- Add the tomatoes and onion.
- Top with the gherkins and more of the sliced lettuce.
Put the final two slices of toast on top to complete your sandwich.
Pierce all the way through with a wooden skewer in two places.
- Cut diagonally with a sharp serrated knife. Enjoy!
What’s your favourite thing to add to a corned beef sandwich?
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Stephanie says
Oh yummy! I use to have corned beef when I was a child but need to try this sandwich. Off to pin!
Emily Leary says
It’s a great update to the classic corned beef sandwich we remember from childhood!
Chloe Ciliberto says
Oh wow I haven’t had corned beef in years. You’ve just reminded me it still exists. I used to love having this in my sandwiches when I was at school. I think i’m going to pick some up on my next food shop. On rye bread sounds even more delicious. x
Emily Leary says
It is one of those childhood throwbacks isn’t it. I hope it’s as good as you remember!
Starlight and Stories says
It really is the extras that make a perfect sandwich. My Other Half is so much better at that than I am.
Emily Leary says
Oh yes. It’s all about the fillings!
Justine Robson says
Oh, well now I’m salivating. I don’t have corned beef in the house, but I’m going to get some!
Emily Leary says
Haha. I hope you manage to find some!
Nazrin Miah says
I do prefer a cheeky sandwich over a full meal like a pasta or curry! I am nit the biggest eater in the world but sandwiches always fill me ip just right! I want a deli styles sandwich for my lunch now!
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Emily Leary says
I think this one is guaranteed to fill you up!
Kara says
I have to admit that I dilslike corned beef with a passion but Hubby likes it so I might begrudgingly make him tis for work
Emily Leary says
Haha, I hope he enjoys it!
fashionandstylepolice says
I love the look and sound of this recipe. We use that Corned Beef too.
Emily Leary says
It’s the best isn’t it? It’s just so tasty!
Deborah Nicholas says
oh i have a tin of this in the fridge so will be making this at some point this week!! we love corned beef and the kids often request my corned beef hash – its a family favourite!
Emily Leary says
Oh yes, corned beef hash is great too. I hope you enjoy the sandwiches if you give them a try!
Ana De- Jesus says
This is definitely what I would call a quintessentially British sandwich filling and I know that my foster mum especially is a big fan of corned beef. She loves it!
Emily Leary says
It really is isn’t it! I’m sure she’d love this sandwich then :)
Baby Isabella and Dawn says
We’re not the biggest fans of corned beef.but the way you’ve styled the deli sandwiches makes it look delicious. I think it was because my mummy was force fed corned beef as a child and she went off it. Going to give it another shot!
Emily Leary says
I think it’s quite common to have some corned beef related memories from childhood but this is the perfect way to give it another try!
Talya says
I never know what to do with corned beef and now I know – this looks delish!
Emily Leary says
It definitely makes a delicious tasting sandwich!
Jon says
This looks a fantastic lunchtime snack! Will have to give it a go I think!
Emily Leary says
It’s perfect for those days when you need something quick and easy!