Lunch shouldn’t be the boring same-old every day. Although you probably can’t cross continents for the authentic taste, why not try making some of these international sandwich variations at home?

1. Chip butty

Perhaps it is cheating to start our international list with a British staple, but there is something so appealing about this carbs-on-carbs classic. Don’t forget to add your favourite condiment.

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2. Medianoche

This Cuban classic is similar to the more well-known Cuban sandwich but offers a sweeter taste in a smaller package. Packed with pork, ham, pickles, Swiss cheese, and mustard, all pressed together between soft, eggy rolls, this ‘midnight’ snack is a flavoursome treat.

3. Katsu sando

For the Japanese take on a sandwich, look no further than the katsu sando. This favours breaded meats – either pork or chicken – combined with a tonkatsu sauce, gently layered on soft white bread. The balance of textures and simple ingredients makes it a familiar yet novel delicacy.

4. Smørrebrød

This one is so fancy that we had to copy and paste the lettering for it. A Danish staple layered with butter, boiled eggs, pickled herring, and dill, this sandwich is the perfect mix of Scandinavian flavouring and simplicity.

5. Croque monsieur

Now we are really pushing the boat out with fanciness. This decadent dish layers grilled ham and gruyere cheese between sliced bread, topped with a béchamel sauce.

6. Shawarma wrap

A wholesome meal enjoyed across the Middle East, shawarma combines marinated meat – typically thinly sliced lamb or chicken – with garlic sauce, pickles, fresh veg, and a flatbread to fold it all together.

7. Vegemite

The perfect meal for those from the land down under, the UK’s continental cousins also favour simplicity with their sandwiches. Slather butter and Vegemite in equal measures and you have the salty, umami blend of the Aussie classic.