Fried Brain Sandwich

Ingredients

• 2 calf or pig brains 2 calf or pig brains
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup (60ml) milk 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying
• 4 soft buns 4 soft buns
• Mayonnaise, for spreading Mayonnaise, for spreading
• Lettuce leaves Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomatoes Sliced tomatoes

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 4g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. 2.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
3. 3.
   Dip each brain into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the seasoned flour mixture.
4. 4.
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. 5.
   Fry the breaded brains for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. 6.
   Remove the brains from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. 7.
   Spread mayonnaise on the soft buns, then layer with lettuce, tomato slices, and a fried brain.
8. 8.
   Serve the Fried Brain Sandwich immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Brain — Ensure that the brain is fresh and properly cleaned before using it in the recipe. Soaking the brain in cold water with a splash of lemon juice can help remove any residual blood or impurities.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoned flour mixture.
• If calf or pig brain is not available, you can substitute it with chicken or veal brain.
• Serve the sandwich with a side of pickles for a tangy contrast to the rich flavors.
• Experiment with different types of buns, such as brioche or pretzel buns, to add a unique twist to the sandwich.
• If you prefer a lighter version, you can bake the breaded brains in the oven instead of frying them.

Serving advice

Serve the Fried Brain Sandwich with a side of crispy French fries or potato chips for a satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can garnish the sandwich with a sprig of fresh parsley or a drizzle of hot sauce.