Panini (sandwich)
Panino imbottito | |
| Alternative names | Panino (Italian singular form), panino imbottito or panino ripieno (lit. 'stuffed panino') |
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| Type | Sandwich |
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Serving temperature | Warm or room temperature |
| Main ingredients | Italian bread (not sliced bread), filling (salumi, cotoletta, cheese, vegetables) |
Panini (/pəˈniːniː/), nowadays less commonly called panino (pronounced [pa'niːno]), are sandwiches made with Italian bread (such as ciabatta and michetta), usually served warm after grilling or toasting.
In many English-speaking countries, the name panini is given to a grilled sandwich made using various breads. The bread is cut horizontally and filled with deli ingredients, and often served warm after having been pressed by a warming grill.