Earl’s Grocery’s Castro Sandwich (The Cuban)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2

Earl's Grocery's Castro Sandwich (The Cuban) for a satisfying lunch

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

15 min

Cook

1h 30min

Ready In

1h 45min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

542

Sugar

Fat

18g

Earl's Grocery's Castro Sandwich (The Cuban) is a traditional Cuban dish that has made its way into the American food scene. The combination of crispy bread, tender roasted pork, savory deli ham, and melty provolone cheese is a delight to the taste buds. The diced pickles give the sandwich a tangy crunch that really sets it apart. This sandwich can be served in a variety of settings and is always a crowd-pleaser due to its delicious flavors.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Rub the pork roast with salt and pepper.
3.	Roast the pork roast in the oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until fully cooked.
4.	Let the pork roast cool for 15 minutes, then thinly slice it.
5.	On a hoagie roll, spread a generous amount of mustard.
6.	Pile on the sliced pork roast, deli ham, and provolone cheese.
7.	Top with pickle slices and the other hoagie roll half.
8.	Butter the outside of each hoagie roll.
9.	Heat a large skillet over medium heat and place the sandwiches in the skillet.
10.	Press down with a spatula and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted and bread is crispy.

PROS

This sandwich is a classic and full of flavor, with tender pork roast, savory deli ham, and melted provolone cheese.

It is perfect for lunch or dinner, and can be easily added to any meal plan due to its adaptability.

CONS

It is a high-calorie food with a considerable amount of salt in it.

The cheese used in this recipe can contain a high amount of fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The pork used in this recipe provides a good amount of protein to keep you feeling full throughout the day.
It is also packed with vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin B12 and Zinc which support a healthy immune system.

	pork roast
	1 lb deli ham , shaved
	8 slices provolone cheese
	8 hoagie rolls
	mustard
	pickle , slices