For meat patty sandwiches
If you want to serve meat patties quickly in sandwiches, evenly sized, pre-sliced bread and clear storage instructions are important.
Which type of bread is right for you?
For meat patties served as a main meal
If you’re serving bread on the side, a sourdough or rye loaf is another option. If you’re buying bread from the in-store bakery, check whether it’s available sliced.
For households needing gluten-free options
If you need gluten-free bread, check the label on the specific loaf. Also read the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the packaging.
What to look for when buying
First decide whether you’ll serve the meat patties in bread or alongside it. Then you can check the slice size, ingredients and pack size you need.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| How you’ll serve it | Is the bread pre-sliced, and are the slices the right size for the meat patties you plan to serve? | I want to decide whether to serve meat patties in sandwiches or with bread on the side. This is the top priority for around 40% of consumers. |
| Preparation | How many slices are in the pack, and is the bread ready to serve? | If I need to prepare several sandwiches quickly, I don’t want to have to slice a loaf first. Around 30% of consumers prioritise keeping preparation to a minimum. |
| Ingredients and allergens | If needed, is it explicitly labelled ‘gluten-free’, and what do the ingredients list and allergen information say? | I need bread that meets the dietary requirements at my table, rather than relying on the word ‘sourdough’. This is the main reason for buying for around 20% of consumers. |
| Leftovers and storage | Compare the pack size and best-before date, and check how to store the bread once opened. | If there are slices left after a meal, I want to be able to store or freeze them appropriately. Around 10% of consumers prioritise what to do with leftovers. |
Common selection mistakes
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Assuming ‘sourdough’ means ‘gluten-free’
Sourdough bread can contain wheat or rye. For example, the Hauptstadtbrot sold at REWE contains wheat and rye flour.
If you need gluten-free bread, look for an explicit gluten-free label and check the ingredients and ‘may contain’ warnings for the specific product.
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Only reading the name on the front
Breads with similar names can contain different grains and other ingredients. Verbraucherzentrale highlights ingredient and allergen information as important details on packaged foods.
When comparing breads, also check the nutritional information, pack size and storage instructions.
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Buying more sliced bread than you need
Once you’ve opened a pack, you’ll need to decide what to do with any slices left after the meal. Lidl says that packaged sliced bread can also be frozen.
Choose a pack size that suits the number of guests, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging for any leftovers.
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Mistaking sourdough extract for ready-to-eat bread
RUF Sauerteig Flüssig Roggen is a baking ingredient used with flour, not ready-to-eat sliced bread.
Choose sourdough extract only if you want to bake the bread yourself. If you’re planning a meal at short notice, you’ll need ready-made bread instead.
If you bake it yourself, you’ll need to allow for other baking ingredients and preparation time.
Brands and supermarket options to consider
REWE
REWE lists examples of both fresh sourdough bread and gluten-free sliced sourdough bread.
- REWE’s product pages feature Hauptstadtbrot Bio Sauerteigbrot and Schär Meisterbäckers Classic as different bread options.
- Check what’s available where you shop. If you need gluten-free bread, check the label on the product you actually choose.
EDEKA
EDEKA24’s bread category includes sliced spelt bread, toast bread and Schär breads, among other options.
- The category can give you a starting point if you’re looking for sliced bread to serve with meat patties.
- The EDEKA24 range doesn’t confirm that a specific sliced sourdough bread is available, or that every EDEKA store stocks the same selection.
Lidl – Unser Brot
Lidl’s in-store bakery range includes, among other things, crusty bread made with natural sourdough.
- This type of bread could work well on the side if you’re serving meat patties as a main meal.
- Check the ingredients and availability in store, and ask whether the bread you want is available sliced.
RUF
RUF Sauerteig Flüssig Roggen is an ingredient for home-baked bread, not a ready-made bread option.
- This baking ingredient is only relevant if you want to make the loaf yourself for your meal.
- The product contains rye milling products and wheat starch. If needed, check the ‘may contain’ information too.
Products at Joybuy
Suitable products coming soon.
Frequently asked questions
Is sourdough bread automatically gluten-free?
No. The word ‘sourdough’ doesn’t tell you whether a bread is gluten-free. For example, the Hauptstadtbrot listed at REWE contains wheat and rye flour. If you need gluten-free bread, check for an explicit gluten-free label and read the ingredients and ‘may contain’ warnings for the bread you choose.
What should I look for in sliced bread to serve with meat patties?
First check whether the bread is already sliced, and whether the slice size and pack quantity suit your meal. Ingredients, highlighted allergens, nutritional information and storage instructions will then help you compare specific packs.
Can I freeze leftover sliced sourdough bread?
According to Lidl, packaged sliced bread can be frozen. Lidl recommends airtight packaging and a temperature of −18 °C. Also follow the storage instructions on your pack, especially after opening.
Can I find the same bread at every REWE, EDEKA and Lidl store?
You shouldn’t assume so. REWE shows specific product examples, EDEKA24 has an online range, and Lidl lists its in-store bakery offering. Check that the bread you want is available where you shop, and read its ingredients.