How to Make Toasted Cuban Sandwich - A Step-by-Step Guide

The Toasted Cuban Sandwich, also known as the Cubano, is a classic and beloved staple of Cuban cuisine. This delicious sandwich is packed with bold flavors and textures, making it a favorite among sandwich lovers around the world. With its combination of tender roast pork, salty ham, tangy pickles, zesty mustard, and gooey melted cheese, the Cubano is a true culinary delight.

Originating in Cuba, the Cubano sandwich has a rich history and has been enjoyed by locals and tourists alike ...

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Ingredients

  • Chipotle Mayonnaise:
  • 1 ½ cups mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup diced green onions
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground chipotle peppers
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon garlic basil spread (see footnote for recipe link)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • Fillings:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 sweet onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 jalapeno peppers cut into rings, divided
  • 4 ciabatta sandwich rolls, sliced horizontally
  • ¼ cup sweet hot mustard, divided
  • ½ pound sliced Swiss cheese, divided
  • ½ pound sliced deli roast pork loin, divided
  • ½ pound sliced ham, divided
  • 2 dill pickles, cut into strips lengthwise - divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches

  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, green onions, ground chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic basil spread, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir onions, red pepper flakes, and oregano in the hot oil until onions begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Add half the jalapeno pepper rings and cook until they begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Reserve remaining jalapeno rings.
  • Spread each ciabatta roll with 1 tablespoon sweet hot mustard and 2 tablespoons chipotle mayonnaise. Evenly divide the Swiss cheese slices, slices of pork loin, ham, dill pickles, and remaining jalapeno rings among the four sandwiches. Top with cooked onion mixture.
  • Place sandwiches onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bread is toasted and warm, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    696 cal.

    • Total Fat: 54g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 85mg
    • Sodium: 976mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 300mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 436mg