Two Popular Methods for Cutting a Sandwich in Half
It’s generally agreed upon by chefs that you should cut your sandwich in half. It’s important to cut the sandwich to make holding it easier. Also, when a sandwich is cut in half, it is much easier not to lose ingredients during each bite. From a visual perspective, the cut allows you to see the different layers of the sandwich.
There are countless ways to cut a sandwich, the most popular being in half. Other ways include cutting the crust off or turning the sandwich into some sort of shape. The debate is not as famous as the is a hotdog a sandwich debate. However, it is still necessary to discuss.
Some important factors to take into consideration when cutting a sandwich in half include the bread type. Not all bread is created equal. Some bread is dense, while others are light and fluffy. The type of bread affects how well the sandwich stays together. It’s important to consider the depth of the cut, whether it is all the way through, or just slightly. Toasted or grilled bread is the easiest and best to cut.
However, if you decide your bread is okay to slice in half, the next question is what direction. Should it be cut vertically in half into roughly two rectangles, or diagonal into two triangles?
Triangles are obviously the superior cut. With a triangle, each bite is unique, so there is something different each time. You can’t get tired of the sandwich. As opposed to a rectangle, where each bite is roughly the same shape and size.
Triangles are a more intuitive way to eat. With the corners, you know where to take your bite and where to hold the piece. On the other hand, rectangles are ambiguous. There is no specific way to hold the sandwich or location to take the first bite.
Another complaint about sandwiches is the crust. Many people, kids, especially, will remove the crust. To reduce the waste, a diagonal cut is the perfect method. By cutting the sandwich diagonally, it gives an illusion that there is less crust. This is because you have exposed the hypotenuse of the sandwich, which is slightly larger than the leg, which would be from a vertical cut. The appearance of less crust makes the sandwich more appetizing.
The next time you make a sandwich, enhance your experience by cutting it in half!
