Classic Cuban Sandwich
Traditional dish · Cuban
The quintessential Cuban sandwich, a pressed delight featuring layers of roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on Cuban bread.
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Ingredients
- Cuban bread1 loaf
- Roasted pork (mojo marinated)1 lb
- Cooked ham1/2 lb
- Swiss cheese1/2 lb
- Dill pickles, thinly sliced1 cup
- Yellow mustard1/4 cup
- Butter or lard (for pressing)2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Slice the Cuban bread lengthwise. Spread yellow mustard on the inside of both halves.
- 2
Layer the bottom half of the bread with roasted pork, followed by ham, Swiss cheese, and dill pickle slices.
- 3
Place the top half of the bread over the fillings.
- 4
Butter the outside of the sandwich or melt butter/lard in a pan or on a griddle.
- 5
Place the sandwich on a preheated panini press or in a skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, place a heavy object on top of the sandwich to press it.
- 6
Grill for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
- 7
Remove from heat, let rest for a minute, then slice diagonally and serve immediately.
