Panini Bread and Recipe

Panini are not your ordinary sandwich. They are easy to prepare, healthy, and affordable too. You can recreate your favorite sandwiches into delightful panini and get more out of them. The fillings you choose play a major role in making them even more delicious. In addition, the bread you use also contributes to the success of a panini recipe.

So what type of bread should you use? Are bread types readily available in bakeries? Are they affordable and healthy at the same time? Below are two of the most popular panini breads.

Ciabatta Panini Bread (pronounced ch-ia-ba-tta)

Are you on a diet? Do you like nutritious bread for your panini? If yes, ciabatta bread is your best option. Ciabatta bread has no preservatives, contains less fat, has less sugar and salt content, and also stays fresher than other bread. You can make great panini with ciabatta bread by slicing them into one-half inch thick sandwiches. Brush olive oil or butter on the outsides before grilling to make the bread crunchy.

Ciabatta Panini Recipe

The secret to making sumptuous ciabatta panini is in the filling. You can make it vegan by filling the ciabatta bread with your favorite vegetables. You can have sliced zucchini, sliced green peppers, sliced black olives, and baby spinach. You can even add tomatoes and pineapples together with mayonnaise or a drizzle of Italian dressing. The combination of veggies and fruit together with a great sauce or dressing is delicious.

Sourdough Panini Bread

Sourdough is another popular bread suited for Panini making. Again, half-inch slices are best for not so thick or thin panini. Brushing olive oil or butter on the outside can keep the bread crisp and help your panini stand up to the grilling process.

Sourdough Panini Recipe

You won’t need to buy many ingredients for these sourdough panini. Chances are you already have them in your fridge and cupboard. You can turn your leftovers into instant panini sandwiches using sourdough. Fill your bread with Swiss cheese, left over chicken or meat, tomatoes, onions, and your favorite pizza sauce for great tasting pizza panini. Another pizza-style option is to add pre-sautéed mushrooms, sliced green peppers, sliced black olives, and mozzarella cheese along with last night’s roasted chicken. Top with pizza sauce or dressing and voila! Is your mouth watering yet?

Whichever panini bread you are going to use, remember to prepare your favorite filling and grill your sandwich right. Ciabatta and sourdough are just two kinds of bread that go well with Panini but there are many, many more. Experiment with various breads and toppings for a different taste each time. Give panini a try, you won’t be disappointed.