How to Make Primanti-Style Sandwiches - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’ve ever visited Pittsburgh, chances are you’ve heard of Primanti Bros. This iconic restaurant is famous for its Primanti-Style Sandwiches, a one-of-a-kind creation that has been satisfying hungry patrons for decades.

Originating in the early 1930s, these sandwiches have become a staple in Pittsburgh cuisine and a must-try for anyone visiting the Steel City. What sets these sandwiches apart from your typical deli sandwich is the addition of coleslaw and French fries stuffed righ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar
  • 6 cups shredded cabbage
  • 3 cups olive oil
  • 4 potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • ¼ pound thinly sliced capicola
  • 4 (1 ounce) slices mozzarella cheese
  • 4 (1 ounce) slices provolone cheese
  • 4 (1 ounce) slices Swiss cheese
  • 8 thick slices Italian bread
  • 4 thin slices onion (Optional)
  • 4 thin slices tomato (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches

  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, milk, white vinegar, and white sugar in a large bowl; add the cabbage and toss to coat. Chill in refrigerator at least 1 hour.
  • Heat oil in deep-fryer or large deep pan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C); add the potato slices; cook until crispy and golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Place a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the capicola in four separate stacks in the skillet and top each stack with 1 slice mozzarella cheese, provolone cheese, and Swiss cheese; heat until the cheese begins to melt.
  • Arrange 4 slices of Italian bread on 4 separate plates. Top each slice with a stack of capicola and melted cheese; about 1 1/2 cups of the cabbage mixture, 1 slice onion, 1 slice tomato, and about 1/4 of the fried potatoes. Top with the remaining bread slices. Cut each sandwich in half to serve.
  • Nutrition

    1116 cal.

    • Total Fat: 74g
    • Saturated Fat: 24g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 1347mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 77g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Vitamin C: 81mg
    • Calcium: 788mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1315mg