Cuban Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Additional Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 50 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
649 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Cuban
Cuban Sandwich
Description
This Cuban Sandwich starts with pork tenderloin marinated in olive oil, orange and lime juices, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper to infuse citrusy and aromatic flavors. The pork is then grilled or pan-cooked until it reaches a safe internal temperature, followed by a rest period before thinly slicing.
The sandwich is assembled on Cuban bread cut into portions; layers of Swiss cheese, smoked ham, marinated pork slices, and pickle chips create a balance of creamy, smoky, and tangy components. The top is spread with mustard, and the entire sandwich is pressed in a skillet with melted butter, browning the bread and melting the cheese for a satisfying contrast of textures and rich flavors.
This sandwich serves well as a warming lunch or dinner option, offering a blend of citrus-marinated pork and classic deli ingredients pressed in a crusty bread, ideal for a filling meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- salt thinly sliced lengthwise, to taste
- black pepper thinly sliced lengthwise, to taste
- 16 ounces Cuban bread can also use French or Italian Bread, loaf
- 1 pound swiss cheese sliced
- 1 pound smoked ham thinly sliced
- 1 cup pickle chips
- 1/4 cup mustard
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Place the olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper in a bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Place the pork in the bowl and spoon the marinade over the top. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 6 hours.
- Preheat a grill or skillet to medium high heat. Add the pork and cook for 7-9 minutes per side or until a meat thermometer registers 145 degrees F.
- Let the pork rest for 5 minutes, then thinly slice the meat.
- Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Cut the bread crosswise into 4 equal sized pieces.
- Place half of the cheese slices on the bottom pieces of bread. Top with layers of ham, pork and pickles.
- Add the rest of the cheese on top of the pickles. Spread the mustard over the top pieces of bread, then place the tops on each sandwich.
- Melt the butter in a pan. Place one sandwich in the pan. Use a heavier pan, such as a cast iron skillet to press down on the sandwich. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted. Repeat the process with the remaining sandwiches.
- You can also cook your sandwiches in a panini press according to manufacturer instructions.
- Cut the sandwiches in half, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 649 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 649kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 74g | 148% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 27g | 135% |
| Cholesterol | 240mg | 80% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 922mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1125IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 10.7mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 939mg | 94% |
| Iron | 3.3mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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