Cuban Sandwich – a Tampa Classic!

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2

Cuban Sandwich - a Tampa Classic!

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

587

Sugar

Fat

29g

The Cuban sandwich is a Tampa classic that has become popular around the world. Made with Cuban bread, ham, roasted pork, Swiss cheese, salami, pickles and mustard, this sandwich is a delicious, hearty meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. The combination of savory meats, creamy cheese, and tangy pickles is truly irresistible. The Cuban sandwich has been a staple of Tampa's Ybor City community since the early 1900s and is now enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds.

Instructions

1.	Preheat a griddle or press to medium heat.
2.	Slice the Cuban bread into 4 sections. Cut each section in half, so you have a top and a bottom piece.
3.	Spread yellow mustard on one side of each piece of bread and mayonnaise on the other side.
4.	On the bottom half of each sandwich, add 2 pieces of ham, 2 pieces of roast pork, 2 pieces of Swiss cheese, a few slices of salami and a few slices of dill pickle.
5.	Place the top half of the bread onto each of the sandwiches.
6.	Cook the sandwiches on the griddle or press for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the cheese has melted and the bread is toasted.
7.	Remove from heat and let the sandwiches cool slightly before slicing and serving.

PROS

The Cuban sandwich is a delicious, filling meal that can be eaten on the go.

It’s easy to make and can be customized with your favorite meats and fillings.

CONS

This sandwich can be high in sodium and not suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sandwich is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as a treat in moderation.
Swiss cheese contains calcium and protein, which are important for bone and muscle health.
Ham and roast pork are also good sources of protein and vitamins.
Pickles are low in calories and high in vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting.

	1 1/2 loaves Cuban bread
	yellow mustard
	mayonnaise
	1/4 lb baked ham , sliced thinly
	1/2 lb roast pork , sliced thinly
	1/4 lb swiss cheese , sliced thinly
	1/4 lb italian salami , slice thinly
	dill pickle slices