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Classic Cuban Sandwich Recipe

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Updated on October 2nd, 2014

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If you’ve ever had a traditional Cuban sandwich you know that they are so very basic, yet so very delicious.  Having bought them when out in cafe’s on many occasions I decided to see if I could create my own and came up with what I feel is the perfect combination.  While it does require a bit of planning ahead, it is well worth the work to create this Classic Cuban Sandwich for your family.  It’s also a great way to use up leftover pork roast from a family meal on Sunday.

Classic Cuban Sandwich Recipe

Classic Cuban Sandwich

Ingredients:

  • 2 Cups Pulled Pork (leftover slow cooked or purchased already cooked)
  • 6 Thick Slices Dietz & Watson Honey Ham
  • Honey Dijon Mustard (recipe below)
  • 6 Sliced Sandwich Pickles
  • 3 Slices Dietz & Watson Swiss Cheese
  • 1 Large Loaf Crusty Bread
  • Butter For Grill/Sandwich Press

Honey Dijon Mustard:

  • 2 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 Teaspoon Honey
  • 2 Teaspoon Mayonnaise

 

Directions:

In a small bowl mix together ingredients for Honey Dijon Mustard

Slice crusty bread in half and spread mustard on both sides

Classic Cuban Sandwich

Place pulled pork, then ham, then cheese, then pickles topping with second half of crusty bread.

If you have a sandwich press use it to create a nice flattened and heated through sandwich.  If not, melt butter in large skillet and use another clean skillet or pan to “flatten” sandwich while it cooks, turning once at 3-4 minutes.  Cook sandwich for a total of 6-8 minutes.

Classic Cuban Sandwich

This classic Cuban sandwich is perfect for having with a nice side of potato chips, potato salad or even your favorite macaroni salad.  While a classic seems to have just a hint of yellow mustard, we found the addition of a honey mustard made it more appealing for the kids in the house.  You can use simple yellow or Dijon mustard if you prefer.

Classic Cuban Sandwich

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Whats your favorite picnic sandwich?

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  1. Alecia says

    Thank you for linking up to Tickle My Tastebuds Tuesday last week. As one of the co-hosts, I will be featuring your recipe on Tickle My Tastebuds Tuesday this week on my site, Detours in Life. Congrats! Please stop by and grab a feature button when you get a chance.

  3. Katerina says

    My son would love this too! Thanks for coming and linking up at The Weekend Social. Your post has been pinned to our board! Please be sure to come back next week starting Thursdays at 9PM EST on culinaryflavors.gr ! I hope to see you there!

  5. Chris at Hye Thyme Cafe says

    I love a good Cuban sandwich. The problem is consistency. You find one you like somewhere, then order it somewhere else and it tastes completely different. I guess that’s a good case for making them yourself – find a set of flavors you like and you can always make it the same way. 🙂 [#TickleMyTasteBuds]

  6. Lori Hart says

    Great sandwich… Sounds de-lish. I found you over at the Cook it! Craft it! Share it! link party. I host Tickle My Tastebuds Tuesday and would love it if you linked up this recipe. I’m sure our party goers would love it as much as I do. Have a wonderful day!

  7. Katie says

    I love a good cuban sandwich!! This looks so tasty!! I would love it if you linked this to my Motivate Me Monday linky party on IT’S A ginger SNAP.

  8. Pure Grace Farms says

    I love Cuban sandwiches! There is something about that crunchy salty pickle that gets me every time! Pinning this one for much use later!
    Blessings,
    Shari

  11. Angela S says

    I used to live in Tampa where there are a lot of Cuban restaurants. I became addicted to these sandwiches. You made it just right!

  26. Melanie says

    This looks awesome! I love sandwiches in the summer because you do not have to heat up the kitchen!

  27. Pam says

    I love Cuban sandwiches, they are one of my favorites to pack for picnics! This one looks awesome.

  30. Pam says

    That looks so good! I am a huge fan of sandwiches in the summer months and this one is a little classier than the ones I usually make!

  31. Joni Mason says

    I’ve been looking for a Cuban sandwich recipe since my son raved about one he had at a local outdoor venue. This looks SO yummy! Thanks for sharing!

  32. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    That sounds amazing. It would be perfect to pack up and take with us to the beach!!

  37. Leela says

    That sounds really good! One of my favorites is an Italian sub swimmin’ in vinegar 😉

    • Janel says

      This definitely gives you a vinegar taste with the pulled pork (if cooked in vinegar, like we do) and pickle! Italian subs are really yummy, too!

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