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Cuban Sandwich

Cultural Context

The Cuban sandwich is a popular Cuban dish that originated in Florida, particularly in Tampa and Miami. It reflects the cultural influences of Cuban immigrants and is often enjoyed as a quick meal or snack. The sandwich is characterized by its combination of savory meats, cheese, and pickles, all pressed between slices of Cuban bread, making it a beloved staple in Cuban cuisine and beyond.

CubanCUmain
45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
1 loaf Cuban bread
1 lb leftover pulled pork
8 oz Virginia ham
8 oz Swiss cheese
1 cup dill pickles
3 tablespoons mustard
2 tablespoons Blue Plate mayo
2 tablespoons vinegar-based barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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.

1

Preheat the Blackstone griddle until hot and smoking.

2

Spread butter on one side of the French bread and place it on the griddle to toast.

3

Place leftover pulled pork on the griddle to warm up.

4

Steam the pork by covering it with a dome and adding a little water, flipping it a few times.

5

Drizzle a little vinegar-based barbecue sauce over the warmed pork.

6

Toast thinly sliced Virginia ham on the griddle.

7

Squirt mustard on both sides of the toasted bread.

8

Add Blue Plate mayo on the bread (optional).

9

Layer the warmed pulled pork on the bread, followed by the ham, Swiss cheese, and dill pickles.

10

Fold the sandwich over and place it on the press.

11

Steam the sandwich to help the cheese melt without touching the bread.

12

Remove the sandwich from the press, slice, and serve.

Cooking Techniques

grilledpressed

Equipment Needed

grillsandwich pressknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

CubanoCuban Pork Sandwich

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