Have you ever heard of the Brazilian Bauru? Many of us at GourmetGiftBaskets.com are passionate travelers and culinary enthusiasts, exchanging recipes uncovered during our journeys. The Bauru is among our most cherished office sandwiches, a creation hailing from Brazil. This culinary delight was conceived in 1934 by a law student in São Paulo who famously approached a local chef with a request to craft a sandwich tailored to his preferences. The subsequent popularity of this delectable dish has cemented its place in gastronomic history!
Meet The Brazilian Bauru
It’s the official sandwich and namesake of the Brazilian city of Bauru and is popular throughout the country. This roast beef sandwich features melted mozzarella cheese poured over it and is topped with tomatoes and more. While its ingredients can vary somewhat, the following must be included "officially":
Official Ingredients
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- French bread, cored
- Mozzarella cheese
- Roast beef
- Beefstake tomato, sliced
- Dill pickles
- Salt
- Oregano
Tricks of The Trade
There are two tricks to getting this sandwich just right. First, even though it feels like a crime, you must slice the bread horizontally and scoop out the soft insides. Secondly, the cheese must be melted. Fill a large sauté pan ¼ full of water and place a small saucepan inside it. Bring the water to a boil, place the cheese in the saucepan, and let it melt into gooey deliciousness.
And while it’s doing its thing, layer the roast beef inside the bread. Add the tomato slices, dust with oregano and salt, and then top with pickles. Pour the melted mozzarella over the top and add on the remaining piece of bread. Press down on the top so that the cheese runs out the side.
Simple and delicious, the Bauru is undoubtedly a tasty way to bring a bit of Brazil home to your table.