Pressed Cuban Sandwiches

Health score
17%
Pressed Cuban Sandwiches
22 min.
4
572kcal

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If you're looking for a quick and delicious lunch or dinner that is sure to impress, look no further than the classic Pressed Cuban Sandwiches. With their irresistible layers of smoky ham, tender roasted pork, and melty provolone cheese, these sandwiches deliver a taste of Cuba that you can easily whip up at home in just 22 minutes! Perfectly pressed and grilled, each bite offers a delightful crunch on the outside while remaining warm and gooey on the inside.

The key to making these sandwiches truly stand out is the use of fresh Cuban bread, which provides the perfect foundation for this flavor-packed meal. As you spread the tangy yellow mustard and layer in the savory ingredients, your taste buds will start to tingle with anticipation. But it's the final step—pressing the sandwiches in a hot skillet—that takes them to the next level, ensuring that each component melds together beautifully.

This recipe is not just about feeding your hunger; it's a celebration of flavors, textures, and the joy that comes from sharing a good meal with family and friends. Whether you're serving it as a main dish for dinner or a hearty lunch, these Pressed Cuban Sandwiches are guaranteed to satisfy. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the skillet, and get ready to enjoy an authentic taste of Cuba right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz cuban bread loaf cut in half crosswise
  • tablespoons butter softened
  • 0.3 cup dill pickle chips 
  • 0.3 pound baked ham thinly sliced
  • 0.3 pound baked pork loin roast thinly sliced ( 8 to 10 slices)
  • 0.3 pound provolone cheese thinly sliced
  • Tbsp mustard yellow

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cut bread halves lengthwise, cutting to but not through opposite side.
  2. Spread mustard on cut sides of bread.
  3. Layer with
  4. Baked Pork Loin Roast and next 3 ingredients. Close sandwiches, and spread outsides with butter.
  5. Place 1 sandwich in a hot, large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Place a heavy skillet on top of sandwich. Cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted and sandwich is flat. Repeat with remaining sandwich.
  7. Cut each sandwich in half, and serve immediately.
  8. *1/3 lb. thinly sliced Slow-Cooker Pork Butt Roast may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories572kcal
Protein25.56%
Fat44.58%
Carbs29.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.92
Glycemic Load
22
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
24.796086790769%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:572.44kcal
28.62%
Fat:28.26g
43.47%
Saturated Fat:13.45g
84.06%
Carbohydrates:42.58g
14.19%
Net Carbohydrates:38.12g
13.86%
Sugar:5.52g
6.14%
Cholesterol:88.38mg
29.46%
Sodium:1509.01mg
65.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.45g
72.9%
Selenium:56.75µg
81.07%
Manganese:1.12mg
56.18%
Vitamin B1:0.8mg
53.23%
Phosphorus:490.55mg
49.05%
Vitamin B3:8.81mg
44.05%
Calcium:417.29mg
41.73%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
30.13%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.49%
Zinc:3.82mg
25.49%
Iron:4.17mg
23.17%
Folate:79.71µg
19.93%
Magnesium:74.03mg
18.51%
Fiber:4.46g
17.84%
Vitamin B12:1µg
16.64%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.11%
Potassium:467mg
13.34%
Vitamin A:541.6IU
10.83%
Copper:0.21mg
10.4%
Vitamin K:7.33µg
6.98%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.57%
Vitamin D:0.6µg
4.03%
Source:My Recipes