Description
Crispy, melty, and packed with bold flavor, this Delicious Cuban Sandwich Cubano is a must-try for any sandwich lover. With layers of roasted pork, smoky ham, Swiss cheese, zesty pickles, and mustard on pressed, buttery Cuban bread, it’s the perfect blend of crunch and comfort. Whether you’re looking for quick lunch ideas, easy dinner options, or crave-worthy food ideas, this Cuban classic is a standout among breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or anytime snack cravings. An easy recipe with massive flavor returns—ideal for food lovers of all kinds.
Ingredients
1 loaf Cuban bread
4 tablespoons yellow mustard
1/2 pound sliced roasted pork
1/2 pound sliced deli ham
1/2 pound sliced Swiss cheese
1/3 cup sliced dill pickles
2 tablespoons softened butter
Optional pinch of black pepper
Instructions
1. Cut the loaf of Cuban bread into sandwich-sized sections and slice each in half horizontally.
2. Spread butter on the outside of each slice, then mustard on the inside of each half.
3. Layer ingredients in this order: Swiss cheese, ham, roasted pork, pickles, more Swiss cheese.
4. Preheat a panini press or skillet. Place the sandwich in the press or skillet.
5. If using a skillet, press down with a heavy object like a second skillet or foil-wrapped brick.
6. Grill for 3–5 minutes per side until golden and crisp, and the cheese has melted.
7. Let the sandwich rest for 1 minute, then slice diagonally and serve hot.
8. Optionally, sprinkle with black pepper and serve with plantain chips or a mojito.
Notes
For authentic flavor, use mojo-marinated pork if available.
Always press the sandwich for that signature crunch.
Preheat the pan or press to achieve an evenly crisp crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: quick lunch, easy dinner, Cuban sandwich, food ideas