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title: "Chilean Sándwich de Miga — Crustless Triple-Decker Sandwich Recipe"
description: "Versión en Español. The Chilean sándwich de miga is a crustless triple-decker sandwich made with three slices of soft sandwich bread spread with mayonnaise and two fillings, classically ham and cheese..."
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date: 2026-09-27
modified: 2026-09-27
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# Chilean Sándwich de Miga — Crustless Triple-Decker Sandwich Recipe

[Versión en Español](https://comidaschilenas.com/receta-de-sandwich-de-miga/)

![Chilean sándwich de miga, crustless triple-decker sandwiches](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/chilean-sandwich-de-miga-triple-featured.jpg)*Homemade Chilean sándwich de miga*

The Chilean sándwich de miga is a crustless triple-decker sandwich made with three slices of soft sandwich bread spread with mayonnaise and two fillings, classically ham and cheese, or tomato with lettuce and hard-boiled egg, trimmed neatly at the edges. It takes 15 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

It is a classic at family gatherings, birthdays, and office parties, simple and endlessly versatile.

## How to Make a Sándwich de Miga?

Sándwich de miga is ideally made with square crustless sandwich bread, white or whole wheat, stacked in 3 slices with 2 layers of filling. Ham and cheese is the classic, but the combinations are endless.

## Nutritional Information

Each serving of sándwich de miga contains approximately 200 kcal, 20 g of carbohydrates, 10 g of fat, 7 g of protein, 1 g of fiber, 3 g of sugars, 70 mg of cholesterol, and 350 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.

## Homemade Chilean Sándwich de Miga Recipe

**Preparation:** 15 minutes
**Servings:** 4 people

### Ingredients

- 24 slices of sandwich bread
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of cheese
- 3 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 large tomato
- 1/2 head of lettuce, shredded
- Homemade mayonnaise
- Fine salt

### Instructions

1. Wash the tomato, peel it carefully, and cut it into thin slices. Slice the hard-boiled eggs thinly and cut the washed lettuce into thin strips, keeping each ingredient separate. Lay out 4 slices of bread on a clean surface, trim the crusts, and spread each with a thin layer of mayonnaise.

![Soft white sandwich bread for sándwich de miga](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/white-bread-rounds-for-charqui-canapes.webp)*Sandwich bread*

1. Place a slice of ham on each, cover with a second slice of bread, spread with mayonnaise, add a slice of cheese, and top with a third slice of bread. Press gently and trim any overhang.

![Sliced ham for the triple sandwiches](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/sliced-cooked-ham-rollitos.jpg)*Sliced ham*

1. Repeat with 4 more slices of bread spread with mayonnaise, topped with tomato slices, a second slice of bread, more mayonnaise, lettuce and egg, and a third slice. Press gently and trim the edges with a knife. Repeat until all the bread is used.

![Hard-boiled eggs for the egg and lettuce layer](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/hard-boiled-eggs-quartered.jpg)*Hard-boiled eggs*

## Additional Tips

### Use three layers

The three slices of bread give the fillings stability, so the sandwiches cut neatly.

### Vary the fillings

Try chicken, mushrooms, spinach, asparagus, turkey, tuna, or bacon.

### Keep them covered

Cover the sandwiches with a damp cloth or plastic wrap so the bread does not dry out.

| Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| White bread | Whole wheat bread | 1:1 | Heartier |
| Ham and cheese | Chicken and avocado | 1:1 | Fresher |
| Homemade mayonnaise | Butter | Thin layer | Richer |
| Tomato | Roasted red pepper | 1:1 | Sweeter |

## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

### 1. What bread is best?

Square, crustless sandwich bread, white or whole wheat, soft enough to press together.

### 2. Can I make them ahead?

Yes, a few hours ahead, covered with plastic wrap or a damp cloth in the refrigerator.

### 3. How do I cut them neatly?

Use a long, sharp knife and press gently; trimming the edges after assembling gives clean sides.

### 4. What fillings are traditional?

Ham and cheese, and tomato with lettuce and hard-boiled egg, but avocado, chicken, and tuna are also popular.

## What Is a Sándwich de Miga?

Sándwich de miga is a Chilean crustless triple-decker sandwich made with soft sandwich bread, served at parties, wakes, and celebrations.

## Origin of Sandwich Bread

Sliced sandwich bread developed in 19th century Britain as a practical way to keep and cut bread evenly, and it is now used worldwide.

## Did You Know?

Similar crustless sandwiches are popular across Latin America, such as the Argentine sándwich de miga and the Peruvian sándwich triple.

## Recommended

- [Chilean Cold Canapés](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-cold-canapes-sandwich-bread-recipe/)
- [Chilean Stuffed Ham Rolls](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-stuffed-ham-rolls-rollitos-de-jamon-rellenos-recipe/)
- [Chilean Ham and Cheese Rolls](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-arrollados-jamon-queso-ham-cheese-rolls-recipe/)
- [Chilean Diplomático Sandwich](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-diplomatico-pork-loin-cheese-sandwich-recipe/)