Strammer Max (German Open-Face Sandwich with Ham, Cheese, and Fried Egg)

This Strammer Max, a popular German open-face sandwich, combines ham, melted Gruyere cheese, and a pan-fried egg on top of rye bread.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 722 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
• 1 slice brown rye bread
• 2 ounces sliced ham
• 2 ounces sliced Gruyere cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Butter the bread with 1 tablespoon butter and place on a large serving plate.

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Fry ham lightly, 3 to 4 minutes. Cover with Gruyere cheese and melt, 1 to 2 minutes more. Set aside and keep warm.

Step 3

Heat remaining butter in another skillet over medium heat. Add egg and cook until white is set, about 3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook until set but yolk is still runny, 1 minute more.

Step 4

Cover the bread with ham and cheese and top with the egg. Sprinkle with parsley, salt, and pepper.