French Toasted Salmon Sandwich

French Toasted Salmon Sandwich

A warm, custard-dipped sandwich with tender salmon, melty cheese, herbs, and golden French-toast bread. Think Croque-Monsieur meets salmon melt — creamy, savory, and perfect for brunch or dinner.

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Ingredients (2 sandwiches)

For the French toast custard

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup milk (whole or evaporated; or half-and-half for richer flavor)

• ½ tsp Dijon mustard

• ¼ tsp garlic powder

• ¼ tsp onion powder

• ¼ tsp smoked paprika (optional but great with salmon)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• ½ tsp sugar (optional—helps browning)

For the filling

• 4 slices of good bread (brioche, sourdough, country loaf, or thick wheat)

• 1 cup cooked salmon, flaked

  • (Grilled, baked, canned, or leftover salmon works)

• 2–3 tbsp cream cheese OR mayo

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp chopped dill or parsley

• ½ cup shredded cheese (Swiss, Gruyere, mozzarella, or cheddar)

• Optional additions:

  • Thinly sliced red onion

  • Spinach leaves

  • Capers

  • Tomato slices (patted dry)

For cooking

• 1–2 tbsp butter

• A splash of oil to prevent burning

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Instructions

1. Make the salmon filling

In a bowl, combine:

• Flaked cooked salmon

• Cream cheese or mayo

• Lemon juice

• Dill/parsley

• A pinch of salt & pepper

Mix until creamy but still slightly chunky.
Taste and adjust seasoning (salmon loves lemon and herbs).

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2. Make the custard

Whisk together in a shallow bowl:

• Eggs

• Milk

• Dijon

• Spices

• Salt & pepper

Whisk well until smooth.

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3. Assemble the sandwiches

Spread the salmon mixture evenly on two slices of bread.

Top each with your preferred cheese.
Add optional extras like onions, spinach, or capers.
Cover with the second slice of bread and gently press.

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4. Dip the sandwiches

Heat a skillet over medium heat with butter + a bit of oil.

Dip each salmon sandwich into the custard:

• 5–6 seconds per side

• Let excess drip off
  Do not oversoak — salmon filling is soft.

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5. Cook until golden

Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook:

• 3–4 minutes per side, or until:

  • The bread is deeply golden and crisp

  • Cheese is melted

  • The center is hot

Add more butter halfway through for extra color and flavor.

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6. Rest and serve

Let stand 1 minute before slicing so the filling sets.

Serve warm, cut diagonally.

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Variations

Herb Lemon Salmon Toast Melt

Add fresh basil or tarragon.
Use mozzarella for a lighter taste.

Smoked Salmon Version (No cooking inside)

Use smoked salmon + cream cheese + dill inside.
Only dip and toast the outside like French toast.
Very brunch-vibes.

Spicy Version

Add sriracha or chili flakes to the salmon mix.
Use pepper jack cheese.

Creamy Alfredo Salmon

Mix the salmon with 1–2 tbsp Alfredo sauce for a richer filling.

French Toasted Ingredients:

* 1 can (7 1/2 ounces) salmon, drained and flaked
* 1/3 cup chopped celery
* 1/8 teaspoon pepper
* 1/4 cup mayonnaise
* 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
* 8 slices bread
* butter
* 1 egg
* 2/3 cup milk

French Toasted Preparation:

Combine flaked salmon, celery, pepper, mayonnaise, and relish, blending well with a fork. Spread equal amounts of salmon mixture on 4 slices of bread; cover with remaining 4 slices of bread. Heat butter in a heavy skillet over medium low heat. Beat egg with milk. Dip sandwiches carefully in the egg mixture, then brown on both sides in hot butter in skillet. Cool. Enjoy the French Toasted Salmon Sandwich !!

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