Make The Best Cuban Sandwich and Medianoche in an Air Fryer | Omni, Vortex Plus, or Air Fryer Lid

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 Italian bread in half.

Layer cuban pork on the bottom half.

Add 3-4 slices of ham, folded to fit.

Place 2 slices of Swiss cheese over the ham.

Add 3 pickles on top of the cheese.

Spread a thin layer of plain yellow mustard on top.

Press down slightly to keep layers in place.

Spread butter on both sides of the sandwich.

Preheat air fryer to 350°F.

Place sandwich in air fryer and cook for 8 minutes, using top and bottom heating elements.

Press the sandwich flat with a spatula or cutting board during cooking.

Remove from air fryer and cut diagonally to serve.

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