This Black Forest ham sandwich on a pretzel roll is a simple German-inspired lunch with big flavor. Thinly sliced Black Forest ham is layered onto a warm pretzel bun with lettuce, vine-ripened tomato, mild German mustard, and a quick garlic mayo for a sandwich that is savory, crisp, and satisfying.
The pretzel roll gives the sandwich its beer-garden character, while the smoky ham, mustard, and gherkins bring in classic German flavors. It is easy enough for a weekday lunch but special enough to serve with beer, pickles, carrots, and a simple salad.
If you are looking for a German sandwich recipe that is quick, hearty, and full of flavor, this Black Forest ham sandwich is a great place to start.
What Is a Black Forest Ham Sandwich?
Use this section to explain that the sandwich is built with thinly sliced Black Forest ham, a pretzel roll, German mustard, lettuce, tomato, and optional garlic mayo. The current recipe uses pretzel buns, German mustard, lettuce, Black Forest ham, tomatoes, garlic, and mayonnaise.
Black Forest Ham Sandwich on Pretzel Roll
Ingredients
- 2 pretzel buns
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp medium German mustard
- 1 small head bibb or red-leaf lettuce
- 8 slices Black Forest ham authentic German, thinly sliced
- 2 vine-ripened tomatoes thinly sliced
- sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the pretzel in toaster overn at 350 degrees for 5 minutes. When still warm, rub with the garlic.
- Arrange the lettuce over two pretzel bun bottoms. Top with the Black Forest ham and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with mustard. Top with the remaining pretzel roll tops and serve.
- Cut Wuerttemberg gherkins in slices, add fresh carrots and lettuce leaves to accompany.
Notes
What to Serve with a Black Forest Ham Sandwich
Pair with a great German beer such as Becks, Warsteiner, Bitburger, Paulaner, or Spaten. Pinkus is a great organic beer available in the US. Other popular accompaniments:- Württemberg gherkins
- carrot sticks
- potato salad
- cucumber salad
- pretzels
- sauerkraut salad
- German pilsner or wheat beer
- apple spritzer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Forest ham?
Black Forest ham is a German-style cured and smoked ham known for its deep savory flavor. In this recipe, it is sliced thin and layered on a pretzel roll.
What bread is best for a Black Forest ham sandwich?
A pretzel roll is ideal because it adds a chewy texture and beer-garden flavor. The current recipe specifically uses pretzel buns.
What mustard goes best with Black Forest ham?
Mild German mustard works well because it adds tang without overpowering the ham. The recipe currently calls for medium German mustard.
Can I make this sandwich ahead of time?
You can prep the ingredients ahead, but the sandwich is best assembled just before serving so the pretzel roll stays fresh and the lettuce stays crisp.
What should I serve with a Black Forest ham sandwich?
Serve it with gherkins, carrots, potato salad, cucumber salad, or a crisp German beer. The current page specifically suggests gherkins, carrots, and several German beer pairings.
