Medianoche Sandwich | Classic Cuban Midnight (Media Noche) Sandwich Recipe Miami Style

Swiss cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while still providing flavor.

roast pork

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Grilled chicken offers a leaner option without sacrificing taste.

sweet bread

🥗Healthier: whole wheat bread

💰Cheaper: regular sandwich bread

Whole wheat bread increases fiber content.

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: bologna

Turkey ham is lower in fat, while bologna is more affordable.

Mix mayonnaise and mustard to create the aioli.

Cut the Medianoche roll in half lengthwise.

Remove a little bit of the bread from the center to make it easier to press.

Spread the aioli on both faces of the roll.

Layer Swiss cheese on the bottom half of the roll.

Add Serrano ham on top of the cheese.

Layer the slow-roasted pork on top of the ham.

Add dill pickle slices on top of the pork.

Press the top half of the roll down gently.

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.

Place the sandwich in the skillet and brush some butter on top.

Use a sandwich press (or a wrapped brick) on top of the sandwich.

Cook for about 3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes until the cheese melts.

Remove from skillet and let it stand for a few minutes before cutting.

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