Alton Brown’s Cuban Sandwich

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 4

Alton Brown's Cuban Sandwich recipe for a delicious lunch

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 hoagie rolls
	2 tablespoons yellow mustard
	1/4 lb baked ham , thinly sliced
	1/4 lb roast pork , thinly sliced
	1/4 lb provolone cheese , thinly sliced
	10 thin dill pickle slices , approximately 2 whole pickles ( or you can use the sandwich stackers )
	1 tablespoon unsalted butter , room temperature

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

604

Sugar

Fat

29g

Alton Brown's Cuban Sandwich is a traditional food that dates back to the early 20th century in Florida. The sandwich is a mix of ingredients that were commonly available to Cuban people living in Florida at the time. Today, it is a popular sandwich that you can find in most Cuban restaurants in America. Alton Brown's recipe is a twist on the classic rendition but still maintains the traditional flavors of the iconic sandwich. The sandwich is easy to make, can be prepared in under 30 minutes, and is perfect for lunchtime or after a long day at work.

Instructions

1.	Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
2.	Split the rolls in half and spread mustard onto one half of each roll.
3.	Divide the ham, roast pork, provolone, and pickles equally among the rolls. Put the top half of the roll on and press down on each sandwich.
4.	Spread the butter over the top of the roll and place the sandwiches with the buttered side down onto the skillet or griddle. Spread more butter over the remaining top side of the rolls.
5.	Use a second heavy skillet to press down on the sandwiches and cook for 2-3 minutes until the roll's bottoms are golden brown. Flip the sandwiches and brown the tops for another 2-3 minutes. Cut in half diagonally and serve.

PROS

This delicious sandwich is a classic Cuban dish that you can quickly prepare and enjoy.

The combination of baked ham, roast pork, and provolone cheese is decadent and savory, making it a perfect treat for lunchtime.

CONS

The sandwich is relatively high in calories and fat due to the cheese and meat content, so it is best enjoyed in moderation.

The butter used to toast the bread adds to the sandwich’s calorie count.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sandwich may not be the healthiest option, it is still a tasty treat that you can enjoy on occasion.
The pork in this sandwich is high in protein and essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B6 and thiamin.