Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 0

Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich Recipe

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

10 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

835

Sugar

12g

Fat

46g

The Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich is a famous Cuban sandwich that is a cousin to the more well-known Cuban Sandwich. It is traditionally eaten as a late-night snack or dinner, often after a night of drinking or socializing. The sandwich is named after its unique bread, which is sweet and soft like Hawaiian bread. The overall flavor of the sandwich is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, tangy, and savory, making it a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	Cut open the sweet bread rolls and spread mayonnaise and mustard on both halves of each roll.
3.	On the bottom half of the roll, place a layer of ham, followed by pork, then Swiss cheese and pickle slices.
4.	Place the top of the roll back onto the sandwich and brush the melted butter over the top.
5.	Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.
6.	Cut the sandwiches diagonally and serve hot.

PROS

The Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich is a delicious and satisfying sandwich that is perfect for lunch or dinner.

It is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

CONS

The sandwich is high in sodium and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The pork and Swiss cheese make it a relatively high-fat sandwich as well.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the sandwich is not particularly healthy, it does provide a good source of protein and carbs to fuel your body.
The pickles provide some beneficial probiotics for gut health.

	4 sweet bread rolls
	1/2 cup mayonnaise
	1/4 cup prepared mustard
	1 pound thinly sliced cooked ham
	1 pound thinly sliced fully cooked pork
	1 pound sliced Swiss cheese
	1 cup dill pickle slices
	2 tablespoons butter , melted