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Chlebíčky – Czech Open-faced Sandwiches

4 servings
Czech Cold Cuisine

Many European nations have their own version of open-faced sandwiches, but traditionally decorated Czech “chlebíček” is common only in the Czech and Slovak Republics. Small one-bite appetizers on bread were served before chlebíček was invented. Based on the demand for a larger snack, chlebíček was invented in the beginning...

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... of the 20th century by a deli Chef named Jan Pauker. You can still visit his deli called “Lahůdkářství Jan Paukert” in Prague. The original sandwiches were a little smaller than what is common now (about 2 to 3 bites). Over the next two years, chlebíček grew to its’ current size (about 5-6 bites). These days, you can also buy mini-sized chlebíček too. These are meant to be for more formal occasions because they are easier to eat. Chlebíček is fairly affordable in the Czech Republic and is a common snack/meal for many occasions, such as for various types of celebrations, receptions, intermissions during a theater performance, on Christmas Eve, or even for a quick lunch. Most Czech people also make their chlebíčky at home (even if the presentation is not always as professional). In Czech, “chleba” means bread, and “chlebíček” means a little bread.

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Tom Tom Founder
October 20, 2023
  • 60 min.
  • 60 min.
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Best served with:

Vlašák – Czech Deli Salad
Caviar Eggs
Creamy Horseradish Ham Rolls

Directions:

1. Bread:

  • White bread, similar to a large (thick) French baguette, is most often used. The good news is that it is commonly available in stores like Hy Vee, Walmart, Target, etc.
  • Cut slices under an angle based on the desired size of your sandwiches.
Ingredients for open-faced sandwiches chlebicky-4

2. Deli salad or Spread:

  • Spread a generous layer of deli salad or deli spread, or you can also use plain mayo, cream cheese, or mustard.
  • Deli salad
  • Cheese-garlic spread
  • Brie spread
  • Creamy spread
  • Sardines spread

3. Toppings:

  • Ham, salami, cheese, hard-boiled egg, vegetables, caviar, smoked fish, or anything you like. Try to be creative with placing the ingredients on the sandwich – spend some time and try esthetic creations!
  • For creative presentations, you will need thinner slices of ham, salami, or/and cheese. Ask in your store or charcuterie for custom sliced products (about ½ of regular thickness), and also request that the slices are carefully stacked, so each slice is not damaged – they will gladly fulfill your request free of any additional charge.

4. Final touch:

  • Use a pastry bag to decorate the top part of the sandwich with mayo or cream cheese, and don’t forget to place something green on the top, such as parsley, chives, or something similar.
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