Cubano (Cuban Sandwich) Food Truck and Street Food Recipes

cuban bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white sandwich bread

Whole grain bread offers more fiber and nutrients.

roast pork

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Turkey breast is leaner, while pork shoulder is more economical.

Cut the French bread lengthwise.

Toast one side of the bread to prevent sogginess.

Prepare garlic butter by mixing 2 tablespoons of softened butter with 1 small garlic clove.

Spread garlic butter on one side of the bread.

Spread yellow mustard on the other half of the bread.

Layer two slices of Swiss cheese on the mustard side of the bread.

Add pulled pork on top of the Swiss cheese.

Place sliced dill pickles on top of the pulled pork.

Add four slices of Black Forest ham on top of the pickles.

Top with more Swiss cheese.

Place the sandwich in a panini press and grill for about 10 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted.

Cut the sandwich into portions and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens