Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of Cuban bread or suitable French baguette
- 1/2 pound roasted pork loin or shoulder, thinly sliced
- 1/2 pound sliced ham (baked or honey glazed preferred)
- Swiss cheese slices
- Pickle slices (dill pickles recommended)
- Mustard (Dijon or yellow)
- Butter for toasting
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare the sliced meats and cheeses.
- Cut the Cuban bread lengthwise and generously spread mustard on both cut sides.
- Layer sliced roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, and pickle slices on one side of the bread.
- Cover with the other half of the bread to form the sandwich.
- Butter the outside of the bread slices to ensure a crispy crust.
- Using a panini press, sandwich press, or heavy skillet, place the sandwich and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Press down firmly to help flavors meld and achieve a crispy exterior.
Notes
- Use authentic Cuban bread or a high-quality French baguette for best results.
- Ensure the pork is tender and seasoned; marinate if desired.
- Press firmly during toasting for a crunchiest crust.
- Try adding garlic butter or different Swiss cheeses for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cuban
- Diet: Lunch/Dinner
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg