5 from 12 votes
Strammer Max (German Open-Faced Ham Sandwich)
Strammer Max is a traditional German open-faced sandwich featuring toasted country or rye bread spread with butter, layered with slices of cured ham, and topped with a fried egg cooked until the whites are set but yolks remain runny. A sprinkle of chopped chives adds a fresh touch. This combination offers a balance of hearty bread, savory ham, and creamy egg that makes it a satisfying choice for breakfast or a light meal.
Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings:
2
sandwiches
Calories:
367 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Breakfast, Lunch
Cuisine:
German
Ingredients
- 2 lices country bread each a minimum of ½ inch thick, or rye bread
- 2 tablespoons butter at room temperature
- 4 lices ham such as prosciutto, cured
- 2 egg large
- salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground
- chives for garnish (optional, chopped
Instructions
- Lightly toast the bread slices and allow them to cool (or don’t toast at all if you prefer). Spread each slice of bread on one side with soft butter (if the bread is hot the butter will just melt).
- Top each slice of bread with 2 slices of cured ham.
- Heat a lightly greased nonstick skillet over medium to medium-low heat. Add the eggs, being careful not to break the yolks. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the whites are completely set but the yolks are still runny.
- Gently place 1 fried egg on each of your sandwiches. If desired, top each sandwich with some chopped chives. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Traditional preparation uses thick German seeded bread that may be untoasted; local rustic or rye bread are good substitutes and can be lightly toasted if preferred.
- Choose high-quality cured ham such as imported prosciutto for the best flavor and texture.
- Cook eggs on medium heat covered briefly to set whites fully while keeping yolks runny; watch carefully to avoid overcooking.
- Garnish with chopped chives to add a fresh, mild onion flavor if desired.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1sandwich
Calories
367kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
26g
(9%)
Protein
18g
(36%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
236mg
(79%)
Sodium
581mg
(24%)
Potassium
72mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 367
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 367kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 236mg | 79% |
| Sodium | 581mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 72mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.