Cuban Sandwich (Pressed Pork & Ham)

35 min · Easy · Serves 2

620 kcal per serving · 38g protein

Pressed sandwich of slow-roasted pork, smoky ham, swiss cheese, pickles and mustard on Cuban bread. Hot, crisp, gooey.

Ingredients

• Cuban or hoagie roll × 2
• 220 g Roast pork (sliced)
• 120 g Cooked ham
• 80 g Swiss cheese
• 60 g Dill pickle
• 2 tbsp Yellow mustard
• 2 tbsp Butter

Method

1. Slice roll lengthwise

   

   Slice roll lengthwise.

2. Spread mustard on both cut

   

   Spread mustard on both cut sides.

3. Layer the fillings

   

   Layer: cheese, pork, ham, pickle slices, more cheese.

4. Close

   

   Close the sandwich firmly.

5. Butter the Outside

   

   Soften butter and spread generously on both outer crusts.

6. Press in a Pan

   

   Heat a heavy pan over medium-low. Place sandwich in pan and weigh down with another heavy pan (or foil-wrapped brick).

7. Cook

   

   Press 3-4min per side until cheese is fully melted and bread is deeply golden and crisp.

8. Slice & Serve

   

   Slice diagonally and serve immediately.