The holidays are here and while I’m always full of thanks for the time to spend with family and friends (and the tasty food), by the time I’ve had my third leftover turkey or ham sandwich, I’m bored and ready for a change of pace. So when I found this recipe for Wasabi Sandwich Spread from Tasty Kitchen member, Sheila Johnson, I was intrigued. A sandwich spread to add some oomph to the leftover turkey or ham sandwich? I gave it a go and was happy that I did. It’s a simple way to change things up enough to turn an ordinary turkey sandwich into an extraordinary turkey sandwich.
And don’t be scared of the wasabi. Wasabi is your friend. Your mouth will not be on fire. Not at all. The wasabi adds a little spice but is balanced with mayo, honey and soy. A tasty combination that will leave you wishing you’d roasted another turkey. And it’s simple, too. So simple I almost didn’t post it, but then decided it was too good not to mention.
All you’ll need is mayo, wasabi paste (it comes in a cute little tube for only a few dollars), soy sauce and honey. This recipe makes a bunch and can be stored in the fridge to last through the whole holiday season. You can find the full recipe here.
In a small bowl combine all ingredients.
Mix together until smooth.
It certainly makes a plain sandwich come alive. We tried it on one of our favorite sandwich combos. It was a total success! Here’s how I used it.
Start with some roasted turkey. We also like using avocado and purple onion, sliced thinly on our favorite sandwich bread, toasted.
Begin building your sandwich with the wasabi spread going on first. Make sure you don’t skimp on the spread. You won’t need mustard or any other condiment with this spread.
Next add the turkey, the avocado, purple onion, and salt and pepper of course.
Then top it off with another layer of wasabi spread.
You’re looking at a not-so-run-of-the-mill leftover turkey sandwich, folks.
Try it. I think you’ll like it.
And thanks to Sheila Johnson, I’m looking forward to those leftovers. Wishing you the best this holiday season! Hope your kitchen is full of much love and tasty grub! (Speaking of tasty grub, check out Sheila’s blog, Eat2Gather. It’s filled with all kinds of yumminess.)
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Description
This spread is perfect to spice up any sandwich. I personally love it on turkey. Add it to some shredded cabbage and it’s great on fish tacos.
Ingredients
- ¾ cups Hellman's Mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon Wasabi Paste
- 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Honey (heaping)
Preparation Instructions
Whisk your ingredients together. Use as a sandwich spread or toss with some shredded cabbage and it’s super on fish tacos!
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Amy Johnson is a blogger who writes about food, travel, the home (both inside and out), and various observations and random musings about anything and everything. Visit her blog She Wears Many Hats for a dose of deliciousness, practicality, hilarity, or just plain fun. She lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children.
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wyogal on 11.29.2010
This looks good. A small locally owned grocery store here carries wasabi cheddar. This looks like a yummy alternative for a sandwich, using just regular cheese, but with a wasabi spread. I’ll definitely have to try it!
Wenderly on 11.28.2010
The perfect solution for turkey that’s lost its’ luster! I’ll be making this and soon!
Joanna on 11.27.2010
I love Wasabi anything. I just bought a can of wasabi powder at Wal-Mart. I’m going to try and mix the power with the mayo.
Sara Bowyer on 11.27.2010
made this this year…my whole family loved it!!!!
sandra freiley on 11.25.2010
this will be perfect for my mother in law!! she loves wasabi! my preference leans toward a chipotle spread – yummm.
Barbara Phelps on 11.25.2010
I make this just with the wasabi and mayo and use to dip fish in, spread on sandwiches or wraps, and to dip french fries in when I run out of tarter….YUM!
Manny on 11.25.2010
I actually just made this, and it honestly wasn’t a very big hit.. the wasabi was POWERFUL as a flavor! I’m a huge sushi fan, this isn’t my first wasabi rodeo.. it was just too much. I would say big wasabi fans only, you have to really like that flavor.
cookincanuck on 11.25.2010
This is a fantastic way to kick up a turkey sandwich. I love the heat of wasabi – straight through the nose and no burning effects. This will definitely be made at my house.
whyo4 on 11.24.2010
What’s a leftover? lol
Lacey B on 11.24.2010
Oh gosh…. This looks sooo yummy.. I want it NOW!!! Love wasabi… never thought about it on a sandwich till now, thanks!
bonnie on 11.24.2010
yum, that looks great
Haley on 11.24.2010
That looks great! I always get sick of turkey leftovers after a couple of days. This will be perfect!
Sarah on 11.24.2010
Definitely going to be making this spread! Wasabi is a staple in our house – but I have all this mayo I bought for something else (we don’t eat mayo generally). It’s perfect!
ashelina on 11.24.2010
Looks delicious! I love leftovers! Beats turkey pot pie any day.
Suzanne @ Window On The Prairie on 11.24.2010
Thanks for sharing. Looks yummy. http://windowontheprairie.com/ Suzanne
Colleen @ DrMomOnline on 11.24.2010
I’m with Jessica… can’t wait for leftovers!!! Even MORE so now! This sounds FABulous and seems to be pretty darn healthy, in a ‘real food’ sort of way! Thank you so much!
cait on 11.24.2010
That looks amazing! I can’t wait to try it
Tabitha (FromSingletoMarried) on 11.24.2010
so healthy – love it!
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is on 11.24.2010
I’m just as excited for leftovers as I am for tomorrow, so this will come in handy!
missinthekitchen on 11.24.2010
I’ve never tried wasabi, I thought it was too hot! But since you said it’s not, I will be trying this!
MOV on 11.24.2010
Loooooove the idea of what to do with some of those leftovers! Thanks.
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