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“Fried” Bologna Sandwich Recipe

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Forget what you knew about bologna sandwiches, this is a modern take on the “fried” bologna sandwich!  Bologna is lightly pan fried and and topped with a super simple beer cheese and jalapenos!

 

Yes, it is a fried bologna sandwich! And guess what, it is amazing!

I have lived in Ohio my whole life and I’ve only attended the state fair. I went when I was young,  but I do not remember anything about that trip, except for having a vague recollection of enjoying myself.  Nevertheless, the state fair has a certain amount of nostalgic appeal to me.   It makes me think of books like Charlotte’s Web where the fair was a big deal.  It was something to look forward to, it was an event.

A fried bologna sandwich is getting an update! This sammy is topped with creamy beer cheese and jalapeños!

My family and I just returned from the Ohio State Fair and we are already planning our trip for next year.   What I love about the fair is all the Americana that hits you right away.  The sites and smells are exactly what you expect when you come to the state fair.  The travelling musicians give an old-time feel with the big tuba and their pinstriped shirts.  The food is plentiful, whether you want fried buckeyes (a must), a roast beef sundae, grilled corn or BBQ, the fair has it all!

I'm bringing back the good old fried bologna sandwich!  This modern version has beer cheese and jalapeños!

Butter statues,  the farm animal shows (catch the pig races for sure) and the livestock competitions remind you that agriculture  is the foundation of the fair, while the rides looming in the horizon and the roaming entertainment are pure family fun.  And lets not forget the retail therapy!  You love to shop? Do it at the fair!

Bringing back a blast from the past with this easy fried bologna sandwich!

You cannot avoid social media, even at the fair.  Entertainers ask  to connect with you on Snapchat and food venders love sharing their facebook page, but you somehow get the feeling that you are completely removed from our modern distractions.  The fair brings all sorts of people together, it is a place to lay it all aside for one day and just have fun!

This modern day fried bologna sandwich is for more sophisticated taste! The salty meat and creamy cheese sauce totally hit the spot!

You don’t go to the fair to eat a salad, you have to let your diet go and eat things you don’t normally allow yourself to indulge in.  My tribute to fair food is this simple “fried” bologna sandwich.  Bologna was all the rage when I was growing up, but turkey has since taken it’s place.  It is actually super flavorful and holds up to many toppings. Shaved bologna is lightly “fried” in a skillet then stuffed inside a brioche sandwich roll.  I made a quick cooking beer cheese and topped the sandwich with jalapenos.  Serve this sandwich with oven fried green tomatoes and sweet ginger peach lemonade! This sandwich is here to convince you to give that nostaligic sandwich another look.  Retro is in and it’s delicious!

The Ohio State Fair only lasts until August August 6th!  Don’t miss out!

"Fried" Bologna Sandwich

Yield: 2
Prep Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb shaved bologna
  • 4 oz processed cheese, queso flavored, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 2 tablespoons beer
  • 1/4 sliced, pickled jalapeños
  • 2 brioche sub rolls

Instructions

Spray a large skillet with non-stick spray and heat over medium heat.  Add bologna and pan "fry" just until crispy.  Be sure to stir the bologna with tongs or a fork so that it doesn't stick to the pan and to ensure that each piece gets crispy.

Meanwhile, place cubed processed cheese and milk in a small saucepan over medium low heat.  Stir until mixture is smooth.  Whisk in the beer.

Divide the crispy bologna between the two rolls, drizzle with cheese and top with jalapenos.  Serve immediately.


Nutrition Information

Amount Per Serving Calories 1144 Total Fat 81g Saturated Fat 38g Cholesterol 220mg Sodium 2953mg Fiber 1g Sugar 12g Protein 58g

 

The fried bologna sandwich gets a modern  spin!  Soft brioche rolls are filled with lightly crips bologna, beer cheese and jalapeños!  This is pub food at it's best!

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Filed Under: Sandwiches, Savory Tagged With: beer cheese, easy recipe, epicurious, fair food, fun food, sandwich, spicy

About Tanya Schroeder

Tanya is a full time wife and mom, a part time chef/baker, and a wanna be photographer! Tanya believes every once in a while, dessert should be eaten first! Hope you like what you see!

Comments

  1. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says

    August 1, 2017 at 12:40 pm

    The fried buckeyes are totally a must! I didn’t know they had fried bologna sandwiches, I didn’t see them last year but I’ll be on the lookout this year!

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  2. Karen @ The Food Charlatan says

    August 2, 2017 at 1:55 am

    I’ve never had anything like this Tanya!! It sounds amazing! Now I want to go to the fair!

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