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Soft sandwich rolls

Plain, oblong white wheat rolls with a soft crumb for filling and lightly toasting.

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A plain sandwich-roll form, distinct from a sesame-topped İzmir kumru bread. The recipe counts rolls, not a fixed weight per roll.

Plain golden sandwich rolls, one split to show the soft white crumb, on a blue patterned dish in a bakery.

Types & forms

Soft sandwich rolls

Choose a plain, elongated roll that splits horizontally and can hold the filling.

What to look for when buying

  • In Türkiye, ask for plain sandviç ekmeği. In the US, choose plain white sandwich or sub rolls, checking their size before dividing the filling.
  • Check the actual label for wheat and other allergens.

Prepare & cook

  • Split horizontally and toast the cut faces lightly. A very soft roll needs gentle handling when it is filled.

Store it well

  • Follow the package storage instructions and choose fresh rolls for the best texture.

Substitutions depend on the dish

Soft sandwich rolls

A plain sandwich-roll form, distinct from a sesame-topped İzmir kumru bread. The recipe counts rolls, not a fixed weight per roll.

Nutrition

Nutrition varies by product; check the package.