Easy Homemade Panini Without a Panini Press
User Reviews
5
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
533 kcal
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Course
Dinner
Easy Homemade Panini Without a Panini Press
Description
The sandwich begins with garlic aioli made from mayonnaise, pressed garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. French bread is cut into four sections and halved lengthwise. The aioli is spread on both bread sides followed by chicken or turkey deli meat, cheese slices, and optional tomato slices.
Each sandwich is pressed slightly by hand, then cooked in a medium-heated skillet. Butter is applied to the bottoms, and a heavy object (such as cast iron cookware) is used to press the sandwiches while cooking. After browning the first side and pressing, the sandwiches are buttered on top and flipped to cook and press the other side, developing a crunchy, golden crust with melted cheese inside.
This stovetop method provides an easy way to enjoy panini-style sandwiches without specialized equipment, delivering both crisp bread and warm, gooey fillings.
Ingredients
Garlic Aioli
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise 56 grams
- 1 garlic pressed, clove
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Panini
- 1 loaf French bread
- 4 ounces chicken deli meat or turkey deli meat
- 4 lices cheese of choice
- 1 tomato optional
- 1 butter up to 2 tablespoons
Instructions
Aioli
- In a small bowl, mix aioli ingredients together. Set aside.
Panini
- Cut bread into four even sections and slice those in half from end to end.
- Spread aioli on both sides of bread and assemble sandwiches with meat, cheese, and optional tomato.
- Give each sandwich a little press with the palm of your hands to flatten slightly.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat for a minute or two, so it has time to heat fully.
- While skillet is heating, butter the bottoms of two of the sandwiches and place into the hot pan.
- Place a heavy piece of cookware over the panini (cast iron works great for thiand press down firmly. Allow to cook for 1 to 2 minutes until golden and crunchy.
- Butter the tops of the panini and flip. Set cookware back on top, pressing down to flatten further. Cook for a minute or so and remove from heat.
- Repeat with the other two panini. Slice diagonally if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 533 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 533kcal | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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