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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
10 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dry oregano
3/4 cup naranja agria
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
soft roll
roast pork
2 slices ham
2 slices pickles
1 folded slice Swiss cheese
butter
chicharrones

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

Add 10 cloves of garlic, 2 tablespoons of kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon of dry oregano, 3/4 cup of naranja agria, 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch of thyme to a small mixer.

2

Blend all the ingredients to make the mojo sauce.

3

Spread the mojo sauce evenly on both sides of a soft roll.

4

Add roast pork to the roll.

5

Top with 2 slices of ham, 2 slices of pickles, and a folded slice of Swiss cheese.

6

Close the sandwich.

7

Butter each side of the roll.

8

Pan sear the sandwich on both sides, pressing down like a panini.

9

Cut the sandwich in half.

Cooking Techniques

grilledpressed

Equipment Needed

small mixersoft rollknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

CubanoCuban Pork Sandwich

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