Primanti-Style Sandwiches

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Pittsburgh-style Primanti Sandwich recipe for a quick and easy meal
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon white sugar
6 cups shredded cabbage
3 cups olive oil
4 potatoes , sliced 1/4 inch thick
1/4 pound thinly sliced capicola
4 slices mozzarella cheese
4 slices provolone cheese
4 slices Swiss cheese
8 thick slices Italian bread
4 thin slices onion ( optional )
4 thin slices tomato ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
930
Sugar
8g
Fat
75g
Primanti-style sandwiches originated in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in the 1930s as a quick and easy meal for truckers and laborers. Today, the sandwiches are a beloved staple in Pittsburgh cuisine, often served with crispy French fries piled high on top. This recipe takes the classic ingredients of a Pittsburgh-style sandwich - meat, cheese, and bread - and adds a healthy twist with shredded cabbage. The result is a sandwich that is both delicious and filling.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 F.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, white vinegar, and white sugar. Add shredded cabbage and toss until well coated.
3.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced potatoes and cook until lightly browned and crispy. Remove from pan and set aside.
4.In the same skillet, add capicola and cook until lightly browned and crispy. Remove from pan and set aside.
5.On a baking sheet, place four slices of Italian bread. Top each slice with a slice of mozzarella cheese, a slice of provolone cheese, and a slice of Swiss cheese.
6.Add cooked capicola and potatoes on top of the cheese. Top with cabbage mixture. Add optional slices of onion and tomato.
7.Top each sandwich with the remaining slices of Italian bread.
8.Bake in preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bread is toasted.

PROS

This sandwich is filling and hearty, perfect for a quick and easy meal.

The combination of meat, cheese, and potatoes makes this sandwich a unique and delicious twist on a classic.

Cabbage is a healthy addition, providing fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

CONS

This sandwich is high in calories and fat, due to the fried potatoes and multiple types of cheese.

The preparation requires multiple steps and may be time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cabbage is a low-calorie vegetable that is rich in nutrients, including vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.
The capicola in this recipe is a good source of protein and can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
A sandwich like this is best enjoyed as an occasional treat.

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