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Grilled Cuban sandwich stacked on a white plate with pickles on the side.

Cuban Sandwich

This Cuban sandwich delivers a perfectly crisp, golden crust with a warm, melty center that feels comforting and satisfying. Pressed in a simple skillet, it turns into a hearty, flavorful hot sandwich that's ideal for lunch or dinner. Each bite is rich, savory, and made to share around the table.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Author: Shilpa

Equipment

  • Grill pan or skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf Cuban bread or soft French or Italian bread
  • 1 pound roast pork sliced or shredded
  • 6 slices deli ham
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • 4 dill pickles sliced lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • Butter for grilling

Instructions

  • Slice the bread horizontally and spread mustard on both cut sides.
  • On the bottom half, layer the pork, ham, Swiss cheese, and pickle slices. Close the sandwich and lightly butter the outside of the bread.
  • Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium. Add the sandwich and press gently with a spatula.
  • Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and crisp and the cheese has melted. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use leftover pulled pork or roasted pork shoulder if you don’t have mojo pork.
  • If Cuban bread isn’t available, go for a soft French or Italian loaf with a light crust.

Nutrition

Calories: 636kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 1811mg | Potassium: 763mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 336IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 327mg | Iron: 5mg
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