Peameal Bacon Sandwich
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Peameal Bacon Sandwich

A classic Canadian sandwich of crisp-edged peameal bacon, soft toasted buns, tangy mustard, and fresh tomato and lettuce. The cornmeal-coated pork stays juicy while the crust turns deeply golden in the skillet.

27 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Pat the peameal bacon slices dry and season both sides lightly with black pepper. Set out the buns, lettuce, and tomato so assembly is quick once the pork is cooked.
2
Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the pork slices and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes per side, adjusting the heat if the cornmeal coating browns too quickly.
Peameal bacon slices developing a golden crust in a skillet AI-generated image
3
Check the thickest part of the pork with an instant-read thermometer; it should reach 63°C, then rest for 3 minutes. Toast the cut sides of the buns in the same skillet for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly golden.
4
Spread mustard over the bottom bun halves and mayonnaise over the top halves. Trim each pork slice to fit the bun if needed, then layer each bottom with lettuce, a tomato slice, and one pork slice before capping with the top bun.
Finished peameal bacon sandwich with lettuce, tomato, mustard, and toasted bun AI-generated image
5
Serve immediately while the pork is hot and the buns are crisp, with pickles or kettle chips alongside.

Why this recipe works

The cornmeal coating gives the cured pork a savory, crisp crust, while mustard, tomato, and lettuce add acidity, juiciness, and freshness to balance the rich meat.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Store cooked pork and assembled vegetables separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble buns just before serving for the best texture.

How to reheat it

Reheat the pork in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat until hot throughout, about 2 minutes per side. Do not microwave the fully assembled sandwich, as the bun can become soggy.

Nutrition / serving

597kcal
44.21 gprotein
39.04 gcarbs
30.09 gfat
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Published 16 Aug 2026 · updated 17 Aug 2026