How to Make Chef John's Cuban Sandwich - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cuban sandwiches are a staple of Cuban cuisine, and they have also gained popularity in the United States. Chef John's version of the Cuban sandwich is a delicious and satisfying lunch or dinner option that is perfect for anyone looking to try their hand at a classic Cuban dish. This recipe combines the perfect blend of flavors and textures to create a truly mouthwatering sandwich that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup mustard
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 (8 ounce) loaf Cuban bread
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • 6 thin slices smoked fully-cooked ham
  • 1 ½ cups cooked pulled pork, heated
  • 1 large dill pickle, sliced thinly lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons butter, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Mix mayonnaise, mustard, and cayenne together in a bowl to make sauce.
  • Trim off ends of bread. Cut loaf in half and evenly split bread to make tops and bottoms of two sandwiches.
  • Spread each half on both sides generously with mayo-mustard sauce.
  • Divide sandwich ingredients between the two bottom halves in this order: 2 slices Swiss cheese, 3 slices ham, hot cooked pork, pickle slices, and 2 more slices Swiss cheese. Place tops on sandwiches.
  • Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and press down with a heavy weight, such as another skillet or foil-wrapped bricks. Toast sandwiches until bread is crisp and filling is heated through, 3 or 4 minutes per side.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    1473 cal.

    • Total Fat: 85g
    • Saturated Fat: 37g
    • Cholesterol: 287mg
    • Sodium: 4077mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 85g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 88g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 978mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 439mg