{"id":60518,"date":"2025-07-11T11:17:57","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T09:17:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/post\/pan-bagnat-the-authentic-nice-sandwich-between-bread-in-oil-and-mediterranean-flavours\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T10:48:47","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T08:48:47","slug":"pan-bagnat-the-authentic-nice-sandwich-between-bread-in-oil-and-mediterranean-flavours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/en\/post\/pan-bagnat-the-authentic-nice-sandwich-between-bread-in-oil-and-mediterranean-flavours\/","title":{"rendered":"Pan Bagnat: the authentic sandwich from Nice between bread in oil and Mediterranean flavours"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"938\" height=\"1250\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=938%2C1250&#038;quality=75&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42887\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=938%2C1250&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 938w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=900%2C1200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=600%2C800&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=450%2C600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=300%2C400&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=150%2C200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?w=2000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091054.webp?w=3000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sun, sea and black olives. If there was a sandwich to represent the Mediterranean, it would undoubtedly be the <strong>pan bagnat<\/strong>. This great classic of Ni\u00e7oise cuisine combines a solidly structured <strong>Ni\u00e7oise salad<\/strong> between two halves of a <strong>round bread soaked in olive oil<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pan bagnat is not a &#8220;tuna sandwich&#8221; like any other. He obeys <strong>strict rules<\/strong>, rooted in Nice culture, to the point of being elevated to the rank of <strong>heritage icon<\/strong>. In this article, you will learn not only how to make a <strong>homemade pan bagnat worthy of the markets of Nice<\/strong>, but also to understand its <strong>history, its variants, its codes<\/strong>, and its <strong>UNESCO classification<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Au menu<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#histoire-du-pan-bagnat\">History of the Pan Bagnat<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f-le-pan-bagnat-classe-au-patrimoine-alimentaire-de-l-unesco\">The pan bagnat classified as a UNESCO food heritage site<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#\ud83c\udf5e-le-pain-pour-pan-bagnat-recette-maison\">Pan bagnat bread, Homemade recipe<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#\ud83c\udf45-garniture-traditionnelle-nicoise\">Traditional Nice garnish<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#\ud83d\udca1-astuces-pour-un-pan-bagnat-parfait\">Tips for a perfect pan bagnat<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#\ud83c\udf0d-variantes-modernes-a-vos-risques\">Modern variants (at your own risk!)<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#\ud83c\udfa5-culture-et-pop-culture\">The Culture of Pan Bagnat<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"histoire-du-pan-bagnat\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">History of the Pan Bagnat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The name <strong>pan bagnat<\/strong> comes from the Nice <em>pan banhat<\/em>, meaning &#8220;wet bread&#8221; \u2014 wet with olive oil, of course. Born in the working-class districts of Nice, it was originally, as with the Italian <a href=\"https:\/\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/post\/frisella-salentina\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Frisella Salentina<\/a> , a way to <strong>use stale bread<\/strong> by filling it with seasonal vegetables, leftover fish, eggs and especially oil, to bring it back to life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long associated with the lower classes, it has become a <strong>symbol<\/strong> of identity in Nice cuisine, in the same way as <a href=\"https:\/\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/post\/socca\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6608\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">socca <\/a>or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fashioncooking.fr\/2016\/07\/parfaite-pissaladiere\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pissaladi\u00e8re<\/a>. Today, the <strong>real pan bagnats<\/strong> are ardently defended by local craftsmen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"938\" height=\"1250\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=938%2C1250&#038;quality=75&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42892\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=938%2C1250&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 938w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=900%2C1200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=600%2C800&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=450%2C600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=300%2C400&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=150%2C200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?w=2000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091051.webp?w=3000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f-le-pan-bagnat-classe-au-patrimoine-alimentaire-de-l-unesco\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The pan bagnat classified as a UNESCO food heritage site<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2019, the pan bagnat was listed as an <strong>Intangible Cultural Heritage of France<\/strong>, as part of the inventory of Nice gastronomy supported by UNESCO. This recognition highlights the importance of <strong>preserving traditional recipes<\/strong> and know-how related to regional products, such as <strong>bread in oil<\/strong>, olives from Nice, and the art of seasoning exclusively with olive oil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This classification values not only the recipe, but also the <strong>culture of shared meals<\/strong>, family transmission, and respect for the seasons, founding values of Mediterranean cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\ud83c\udf5e-le-pain-pour-pan-bagnat-recette-maison\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pan bagnat bread, Homemade recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ingredients (for 4 round loaves)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>500 g T55 or T65 flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 g salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 sachet of dry yeast (or 20 g of fresh yeast)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30 cl lukewarm water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 tbsp olive oil <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp sugar <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preparation of the yeast<\/strong> :<br>Mix the yeast with a little warm water and sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes to activate. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dough<\/strong> :<br>In a bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the yeast, remaining water and olive oil.<br>Knead for 10 minutes until you have a soft and elastic dough. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>First collection<\/strong> :<br>Cover the dough and let it rise for 1h30 in a warm place.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Processing<\/strong> :<br>Punch down, divide into 4 balls. Flatten slightly into thick patties. Place on a floured baking sheet.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Second round:<\/strong><br>Cover again, let it rest for 45 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cooking<\/strong> :<br>Preheat the oven to 200\u00b0C. Bake for 20\u201325 minutes until the buns are golden brown.<br>Cool on a wire rack. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"938\" height=\"1250\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=938%2C1250&#038;quality=75&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42898\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=938%2C1250&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 938w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=900%2C1200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=600%2C800&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=450%2C600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=300%2C400&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=150%2C200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?w=2000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091048.webp?w=3000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\ud83c\udf45-garniture-traditionnelle-nicoise\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Traditional Nice garnish<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Basic ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Extra virgin olive oil (generously)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ripe tomatoes in slices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sliced radishes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Green pepper (horn) in strips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red onion or spring onion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard-boiled eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tuna in oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anchovies (salted or oiled)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whole Nice olives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh basil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt, pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Optional ingredients (local variations):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Very fine raw artichokes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh broad beans or chickpeas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small cucumbers or pickles from Ni\u00e7ois<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Romaine lettuce (rare)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garlic for rubbing bread (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"938\" height=\"1250\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=938%2C1250&#038;quality=75&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42897\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=938%2C1250&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 938w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=900%2C1200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=600%2C800&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=450%2C600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=300%2C400&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=150%2C200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?w=2000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091049.webp?w=3000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mounting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cut the bread in half.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rub with garlic if desired.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soak <strong>both sides<\/strong> in olive oil \u2014 generously!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrange the tomatoes (for their juice), then the other vegetables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add tuna, eggs, anchovies, olives, salt, pepper, basil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seal, wrap in cling film, place in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour so that the flavours infuse.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\ud83d\udca1-astuces-pour-un-pan-bagnat-parfait\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for a perfect pan bagnat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use high-quality <strong>PDO olive oil<\/strong>, it makes 50% of the final taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t skimp on rest<\/strong> : press the sandwich in the fridge for a well-soaked bread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare the elements <strong>in advance<\/strong>, but assemble at the last minute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No vinegar<\/strong> : tomatoes act as a natural acid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"938\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091070.webp?resize=1250%2C938&#038;quality=75&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42899\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091070.webp?resize=1250%2C938&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091070.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091070.webp?resize=768%2C576&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091070.webp?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091070.webp?resize=2048%2C1536&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 2048w, 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\/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\ud83c\udf0d-variantes-modernes-a-vos-risques\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Modern variants (at your own risk!)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although some purists cry sacrilege, some modern variations are circulating:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vegetarian version<\/strong> without tuna or anchovies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grilled chicken version<\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pan bagnat with raw salmon and avocado<\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mini pan bagnats aperitif<\/strong> to serve in bite-sized pieces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\ud83c\udfa5-culture-et-pop-culture\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Culture of Pan Bagnat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pan bagnat is an <strong>object of cultural pride in the South of France<\/strong>, with its annual competitions (in Nice in particular) and its mentions in cooking shows such as <em>Les Carnets de Julie<\/em> or <em>La Meilleur Boulangerie de France<\/em>. He also appears in novels and stories from Nice where he symbolizes <strong>the popular cuisine of the South<\/strong>, simple and generous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some Michelin-starred chefs such as Mauro Colagreco or Alain Ducasse even offer <strong>high-end interpretations<\/strong>, proof that this sandwich has far outgrown its status as a snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"938\" height=\"1250\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=938%2C1250&#038;quality=75&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Pan Bagnat\" class=\"wp-image-42903\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=938%2C1250&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 938w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=225%2C300&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=900%2C1200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=600%2C800&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=450%2C600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=300%2C400&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=150%2C200&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?w=2000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/P1091068.webp?w=3000&amp;quality=75&amp;ssl=1 3000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Making a <strong>homemade pan bagnat<\/strong> means appropriating a <strong>Mediterranean culinary heritage<\/strong>, celebrating <strong>seasonal products<\/strong>, <strong>olive oil<\/strong> and the <strong>culture of sharing<\/strong>. Between its fluffy bread, colorful filling, and pure seasoning, it&#8217;s an explosion of flavors, textures, and history in one bite. <\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-72024\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"72024\" data-servings=\"4\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-compact-en\"><div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/en\/wprm_print\/pan-bagnat-the-authentic-sandwich-from-nice-between-bread-in-oil-and-mediterranean-flavours\" style=\"color: #444444;background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #777777;border-radius: 0px;padding: 5px 5px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-print-wide-button wprm-recipe-link-wide-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"72024\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#444444\" d=\"M19,5.09V1c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1H6C5.448,0,5,0.448,5,1v4.09C2.167,5.569,0,8.033,0,11v7c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h4v4c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h12c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-4h4c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-7C24,8.033,21.833,5.569,19,5.09z M7,2h10v3H7V2z M17,22H7v-9h10V22z M18,10c-0.552,0-1-0.448-1-1c0-0.552,0.448-1,1-1s1,0.448,1,1C19,9.552,18.552,10,18,10z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print Recipe<\/a>\n\t\n\t\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Pan Bagnat: the authentic sandwich from Nice between bread in oil and Mediterranean flavours<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">40<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>Cooking time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>Total time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">40<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Type of dish: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Sandwich<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">English<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-servings-label\">For: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-block-text-normal\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">Sandwiches<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\">dumplingsandmore<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-72024-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-72024-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"72024\" data-servings=\"4\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Bread for pan bagnat (round bread in olive oil)<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">500<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">T55 or T65 flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">10<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Pack of dry baker&#8217;s yeast<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or 20 g fresh yeast<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">30<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cl<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">warm water<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp  <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp  <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sugar<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Traditional pan bagnat filling<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Essential Ingredients:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Extra virgin olive oil<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">a lot<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Ripe tomatoes<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">Cut into rounds<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Sliced radishes<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Green pepper<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">Horn type in thin strips<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Red onion or spring onion<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely minced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Hard-boiled eggs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">cut into quarters<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Tuna in oil<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or in water, well-drained<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Anchovies, salted or in oil<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">optional but very traditional<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Olives de Nice<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">small, black, preferably unpitted<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Fresh basil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Salt<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">black pepper<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Optional ingredients, but present in some local variations:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"21\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Raw artichoke hearts<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">very thinly sliced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"22\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Fresh broad beans or chickpeas<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">very lightly cooked<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"23\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Small cucumbers or pickles from Ni\u00e7ois<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">rare<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"24\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Romaine lettuce leaves<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">Very rarely, some purists exclude it<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"25\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Garlic<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">for rubbing bread raw<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-72024-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-72024-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"72024\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Preparation<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Prepare the bread<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Dissolve the yeast in a little warm water with the sugar. Let stand for 10 minutes.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast, remaining water and olive oil.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Knead for 10 minutes until you get a soft and homogeneous dough. Cover and let rise for 1h30 in a warm place.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Punch down the dough, divide it into 4 balls, flatten them slightly into thick patties.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Place on a floured baking sheet, cover and leave to rise for 45 minutes.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Preheat the oven to 200\u00b0C.  Bake for 20-25 minutes until the loaves are golden brown.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Let cool on a wire rack.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Assembling the pan bagnat<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Cut the bread in half. Lightly rub the inside with garlic (optional).<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Soak both sides with olive oil (generously!).<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Arrange the ingredients harmoniously, in layers, without over-mashing.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">You can start with tomatoes (for their juice), then other vegetables, tuna, eggs, anchovies, olives, etc.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Season with salt and pepper and add basil.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-72024-step-1-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Close the bread, wrap it in paper or a clean tea towel, place a weight on it (like a dish) and let it rest for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the fridge, so that the flavors blend and the bread soaks in.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-template-chic-buttons wprm-container-columns-spaced-middle wprm-container-columns-gutter\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/dumplingsandmore.fr\/en\/wprm_print\/pan-bagnat-the-authentic-sandwich-from-nice-between-bread-in-oil-and-mediterranean-flavours\" style=\"color: #ffffff;background-color: #5A822B;border-color: #5A822B;border-radius: 3px;padding: 10px 5px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-print-wide-button wprm-recipe-link-wide-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"72024\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#ffffff\"><g><path d=\"M17.5454,0.0005 C18.2904,0.0005 18.9004,0.6105 18.9004,1.3565 L18.9004,1.3565 L18.9004,4.9445 L21.9904,4.9445 C23.0954,4.9445 24.0004,5.8485 24.0004,6.9535 L24.0004,6.9535 L24.0004,17.2415 C24.0004,18.3465 23.0954,19.2505 21.9904,19.2505 L21.9904,19.2505 L19.8414,19.2505 L19.8414,22.2795 C19.8414,23.1725 19.1104,23.9035 18.2174,23.9035 L18.2174,23.9035 L5.7834,23.9035 C4.8894,23.9035 4.1594,23.1725 4.1594,22.2795 L4.1594,22.2795 L4.1594,19.2505 L2.0104,19.2505 C0.9044,19.2505 0.0004,18.3465 0.0004,17.2415 L0.0004,17.2415 L0.0004,6.9535 C0.0004,5.8485 0.9044,4.9445 2.0104,4.9445 L2.0104,4.9445 L5.0984,4.9445 L5.0984,1.3565 C5.0984,0.6105 5.7094,0.0005 6.4554,0.0005 L6.4554,0.0005 Z M17.8414,15.5975 L6.1594,15.5975 L6.1594,21.9035 L17.8414,21.9035 L17.8414,15.5975 Z M21.9904,6.9445 L2.0104,6.9445 L2.0004,17.2415 L4.1594,17.2425 L4.1594,15.2215 C4.1594,14.3285 4.8894,13.5975 5.7834,13.5975 L5.7834,13.5975 L18.2174,13.5975 C19.1104,13.5975 19.8414,14.3285 19.8414,15.2215 L19.8414,15.2215 L19.8414,17.2495 L21.9904,17.2505 L22.0004,6.9535 L21.9904,6.9445 Z M6.1632,9.1318 C6.7902,9.1318 7.2992,9.6408 7.2992,10.2678 C7.2992,10.8948 6.7902,11.4028 6.1632,11.4028 L6.1632,11.4028 L5.0992,11.4028 C4.4722,11.4028 3.9632,10.8948 3.9632,10.2678 C3.9632,9.6408 4.4722,9.1318 5.0992,9.1318 L5.0992,9.1318 Z M16.6304,2.2715 L7.3704,2.2715 L7.3704,4.6845 L16.6304,4.6845 L16.6304,2.2715 Z\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print recipe<\/a>\n\t\n    <\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sun, sea and black olives. 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