Mixed Italian Panino with Salame, Fontina and Radicchio. A lovely lunch idea that will take you to feelings, flavors and aromas, of those sandwich shops in the small streets of Rome!
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Inspired for life!
Sometimes, a small thing will inspire you for the rest of your life. This is what happened to me a few years back while strolling the side streets of Rome. It was a narrow alley and I saw a line up at this rustic deli. I saw people were getting Panini and most of the people were locals. In my mind, a good indication that the place is great.
I stood in line and got myself a wonderful panino and to this day I still revel in the texture and flavor of that sandwich. The bread, the meat, and cheese so fresh and aromatic, not to mention delicious. Today Nicoletta and I are wanting to share the Roman panino experience with you, infused with our memories of this wonderful food.
panino/panini: In Italian the word panino is singular and panini is plural, so if you are just ordering or eating one sandwich, the right word is panino
Mixed Italian Panino with Salame, Fontina and Radicchio, what you will need:
Before we get into putting this panino together, we need to make sure you have all the ingredients. The list is this:
- demi baguette
- fig jam
- radicchio
- olive oil
- balsamic glaze
- salt and pepper
- Genoa salame
- Fontina cheese
What you will need for utensils:
This is really simple, all you need is:
- cutting board
- good bread knife
- a good knife for cutting cheese
- a spoon or flat knife
Putting together this Mixed Italian Panino with Salame, Fontina, and Radicchio!
What I love about this Italian sandwich, is that it's super easy. Let's get started!
- Firstly we need to use the bread knife and cut the demi baguette in half and spread the fig jam on the bottom half of the bread. Spread as little or as much as you like.
- Next, break up the washed and spun radicchio and toss it in a bowl with the evo oil, balsamic glaze, salt and pepper.
It's all about building the layers!
- Secondly, layer the leaves of dressed radicchio onto the jam.
- On top of that, place half of the slices of the Genoa salame.
- Thirdly, lay the Fontina, which I sliced off the wedge with a good sharp knife. Be generous, do not be shy, lol!
Finishing off this Mixed Italian Panino with Salame, Fontina, and Radicchio!
We are down to the final steps, I am so excited and hungry! Are you feeling the same?
- We like to sandwich the cheese in between the salame. It really accentuates the flavors. So, lastly, another layer of salame slices on the cheese, and finally the top of the baguette.
- Oh, I almost forgot, we need to do the press. Very important, this puts the hold on everything that is in the panino. I do not mean squish it, no not at all. Just a gentle push down on the top bread with your flat palm.
Now this Italian Mixed Panino with Salami, Fontina, and Radicchio is ready to be devoured.
Made to share!
Nicoletta and I always share our meals and this panino is no exception. A nice diagonal cut in the middle and we have two lovely delicious panini for two! Is that not Panino art, or what?!
Italian Mixed Panino with Salame, Fontina and Radicchio, a two handed affair!
Can you tell that I am a very happy camper? Lol! This panino requires two hands and the right angle to go in at. I have illustrated it in the following picture, just kidding, I couldn't resist, lol. Let's take a bite together. On three: one, two, three!
I am in love!
Let's start at the bread: airy, crusty, and so lovely in flavor. The fig jam pairs so well with its sweetness and texture, while the radicchio offers some bitterness soothed by the dressing and balsamic glaze.
The salame is wonderful, salty, acidic and with that soft Fontina offering some luxury and richness. In total, a work of art featuring, aroma, flavor and texture. You are going to have to excuse me. I am going outside to sit on the step and share this experience with Nicoletta, in true Roman form!
Enjoy!
PrintMixed Italian Panino with Salame, Fontina and Radicchio
Mixed Italian Panino with Salame, Fontina and Radicchio. A lovely lunch idea that will take you to feelings, flavors and aromas, of those sandwich shops in the small streets of Rome!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 panini 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 1 demi multigrain baguette
- 2-3 tablespoon fig jam
- ½ cup broken radicchio
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze
- pinch of salt and pepper
- 8 slices Genoa salame
- 4 slices Fontina cheese
Instructions
- Cut bread in half.
- Dress the radicchio with evo oil, salt, pepper, and balsamic glaze.
- On the bottom half spread the fig jam, as much or as little as you like.
- Lay the radicchio on the jam.
- Next, lay 4 slices of Genoa salame on the radicchio.
- After, place the Fontina slices on top of the salame.
- Lastly, place 4 more slices of the salame on the cheese.
- Place the other half of the bread on top, and gently press.
- Cut into two and enjoy. You can serve it with some olives.
When I am not cooking, I enjoy playing musical instruments, singing, writing. I have learned over the years to live in gratitude and enjoy the moment.
Adriana says
This is my to-go sandwich! A perfect balance of flavors and the use of genoa salami combined with the cheese and the fig spread makes it a delectable bite.
Hi Adriana
That is fantastic and thank you so much. I agree those plays on sweet and spicy/salty work so well in a panino! Enjoy!
veenaazmanov says
I can enjoy this yummy treat for any meal. Love the combination of ingredients too.
Thank you so much! My feelings exactly, a sandwich that eats like a meal!
Marta says
The radicchio elevates this to a different level. Great choice of ingredients.
Thanks Marta, Yes radicchio has that slight bitterness and pepperiness that pairs so well with all the other ingredients. plus it adds that fresh texture which to me is always welcome in a panino!
Allyssa says
This is really easy to make and tasted super delicious! Thank you so much for sharing this amazing italian panino recipe! Will surely have this again, highly recommended!
Thanks Alyssa, we are so happy you enjoyed this panino! We love sharing these Italian recipes so dear to our hearts. Deeply grateful you tried it!
Cheers!
Michele says
We loved it! The flavor combination was amazing! Thank you so much for an easy and delicious recipe.
Hi Michele, you are so welcome and very happy you like it. A very amazing panino for sure!
Kayla DiMaggio says
This italian panino was so delicious! I loved all the different flavors and the saltiness of the sandwich!
Hi Kayla thank you for trying this panino, you are so right, it definitely delivers in so many ways in flavor and also in texture!
Megan Ellam says
Oh this looks absolutely perfect! My kind of meal. Thanks for sharing.
Your so welcome Megan, very happy with this one and it was super delicious, hope you get to try it!
Matt says
Definitely not your basic ham and cheese sandwich. Thanks for the great recipe.
Lol, Matt, for sure not even in the class of ham and cheese. It has some ultimate flavors and textures that transport you to those lovely delis in the back street of Rome!
Cheers!
Chandice says
What a flavorful and delicious sandwich! I love all the Italian flavors and that it is filling enough for a dinner or lunch. Thanks 🙂
Thanks Chandice, it is a panino that eats like a meal and Italians sure have a way with panini! So happy you enjoyed it!
Natalie says
Oh, I love this sandwich. It's rich, unique, and sounds delicious. I have an Italian store near my flat. I'm going to look for ingredients and give this a try.
That's fantastic Natalie Nice to have an Italian store that close to you, dangerous too! lol. Enjoy the panino!
Moop Brown says
This sandwich looks super flavorful and tasty- thanks for sharing
Your welcome Moop. It is so tasty and fulfilling!
Cheers!