Ah, the classic fried bologna sandwich—simple, nostalgic, and insanely tasty. Here’s how to make it perfectly:
Ingredients (per sandwich)
- 2 slices of bread (white, wheat, or your favorite)
- 2–3 slices of bologna
- 1–2 tsp butter or margarine
- Optional: cheese (American or cheddar works well), mustard, mayonnaise, pickles, lettuce, tomato
Instructions
- Heat the skillet:
Place a skillet over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or leave it dry if you prefer. - Fry the bologna:
Lay the bologna slices in the skillet. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until the edges curl slightly and the surface is golden brown. Optional: poke a few holes in the bologna with a fork to prevent curling. - Toast the bread:
While the bologna is frying, lightly toast the bread in another pan or in the oven. You can also butter the bread before toasting for extra flavor. - Assemble the sandwich:
Place fried bologna on the bread. Add cheese (if using) while the bologna is hot so it melts a little. Add mustard, mayonnaise, pickles, or any toppings you like. Top with the second slice of bread. - Serve:
Cut in half and serve hot. Perfect with chips, fries, or a pickle on the side.
💡 Tips:
- Frying on medium heat is key—too high and it burns, too low and it won’t brown nicely.
- For a Southern twist, try adding a fried egg on top.
- Some people like to fold the bologna in half before frying for extra thickness and chewiness.
If you want, I can give a deluxe version with caramelized onions and melted cheese that turns this simple sandwich into a gourmet treat.
Do you want me to do that?
