Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Italian hoagie roll or crusty Italian bread
- 4 oz sliced Italian ham
- 4 oz sliced salami
- 2 oz pepperoni slices
- 2 oz mortadella (optional)
- 4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
- Fresh lettuce leaves
- 2 ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Pickles or banana peppers (optional)
- Olive oil
- Red wine vinegar
- Oregano and basil (dried or fresh)
- Garlic spread or mayonnaise (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare all fresh ingredients: slice vegetables thinly and lay out deli meats and cheeses.
- Split and lightly toast the bread to improve texture and prevent sogginess.
- Spread condiments like garlic spread, mayonnaise, or olive oil on the bread slices.
- Layer the meats, cheese, and vegetables in the bread, starting with meats, then cheese, and finally vegetables.
- Sprinkle with oregano and basil, drizzle with olive oil and vinegar to enhance flavor.
- Close the sandwich and optionally wrap and press it in parchment paper or a sandwich press for about 10 minutes.
- Cut into pieces, serve immediately, and enjoy your authentic Italian sub sandwich.
Notes
- Use high-quality Italian cold cuts and fresh bread for the best flavor.
- Adjust vegetable quantities to your preference for a lighter or heartier sandwich.
- You can assemble the sandwich ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
- Consider adding hot peppers or extra seasoning for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (toasting/breading prep)
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Depending on ingredients, can be considered omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg