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Bajan Cutters

Cultural Context

Originating from Barbados, Bajan Cutters are a beloved street food, often enjoyed as a quick meal or snack. These sandwiches typically feature fried fish, layered with fresh vegetables and spicy condiments, reflecting the island's rich culinary heritage. Today, they are popular not only in Barbados but also among Caribbean communities worldwide, with variations that include different proteins and toppings.

BarbadianBBmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 pieces Bajan salt bread
8 oz ham
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
4 large fried eggs
to taste Bajan hot pepper sauce
2 cups lettuce, shredded
1 large tomato, sliced
1 medium cucumber, sliced

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

salt bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain adds fiber while white bread is more affordable.

fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken is leaner, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Salsa offers freshness with fewer calories than hot sauce.

1

Cut the Bajan salt bread in half horizontally.

2

Layer ham on the bottom half of the bread.

3

Add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of the ham.

4

Fry an egg and place it on top of the cheese.

5

Add lettuce, tomato, and cucumber on top of the egg.

6

Drizzle with Bajan hot pepper sauce.

7

Close the sandwich with the top half of the bread.

Cooking Techniques

frying

Equipment Needed

frying panknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishgluten

Also Known As

CuttersBajan Sandwiches

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