Cubano Inspired Sandwich
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17 INGREDIENTS • 12 STEPS • 30MINS

Cubano Inspired Sandwich

Enjoy the Cubano inspired sandwich, featuring tender braised pork shoulder and caramelized vegetables layered between crispy, cheesy Cuban bread. With a touch of honey, pickles, and a hint of mustard, this flavorful sandwich is a delightful twist on a classic favorite.
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Gordon Ramsay
Born in Scotland and raised in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, Gordon Ramsay trained with top chefs and opened successful restaurants worldwide. He's also a global TV star with shows like Next Level Chef, Hell’s Kitchen, and MasterChef.
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Enjoy the Cubano inspired sandwich, featuring tender braised pork shoulder and caramelized vegetables layered between crispy, cheesy Cuban bread. With a touch of honey, pickles, and a hint of mustard, this flavorful sandwich is a delightful twist on a classic favorite.
30MINS
Total Time
$6.10
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
2
us / metric
Sauteed Vegetables
Bell Pepper
2
Bell Peppers, thinly sliced
Yellow Onion
1
Yellow Onion, thinly sliced
Garlic
2 cloves
Garlic, roughly smashed
Sour Orange
1
Sour Orange, juiced
or Lime
Honey
2 Tbsp
Honey
Jalapeño Pepper
1
Jalapeño Pepper, sliced
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 cup
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Kosher Salt
2 Tbsp
Kosher Salt
Bread
Cuban Bread
2 pieces
Cuban Bread
12" Pieces
Kosher Salt
to taste
Kosher Salt
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
to taste
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Pork
Boneless Pork Shoulder
2 cups
Boneless Pork Shoulder
Braised
or Lechon
Deli Ham
2 slices
Deli Ham
optional
Garnish
Gouda
2 slices
Gouda
or Swiss Cheese
Pickles
1 cup
Pickles
Dijon Mustard
2 Tbsp
Dijon Mustard
Lettuce
1 head
Lettuce, cut
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Gordon Ramsay
Born in Scotland and raised in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, Gordon Ramsay trained with top chefs and opened successful restaurants worldwide. He's also a global TV star with shows like Next Level Chef, Hell’s Kitchen, and MasterChef.
https://www.gordonramsay.com/
Cooking InstructionsHide images
step 1
Cook vegetables: In a mixing bowl, combine Bell Peppers (2), Yellow Onion (1), Garlic (2 cloves), Sour Orange (1), Honey (1 Tbsp), Jalapeño Pepper (1) and Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (1/2 cup). Season with Kosher Salt (2 Tbsp).
step 2
In a hot pan, sautee until vegetables are tender.
step 3
Toast the bread: Cut Cuban Bread (2 pieces) in half and season with Kosher Salt (to taste) and Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (to taste).
step 4
In a hot pan, toast the bread until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
step 5
Combine Honey (1 Tbsp), Dijon Mustard (2 Tbsp) and spread on both pieces of bread.
step 6
Using the hot sauté pan, add Gouda (2 slices) cheese. As it starts to melt, place the top piece of bread on the cheese so it melts to the bread.
step 7
Remove from the pan and set aside.
step 8
Heat the Boneless Pork Shoulder (2 cups) in a hot sauté pan, heat the pork so it gets crispy. Season with a touch of honey to help caramelize.
step 9
Assembly: Place Lettuce (1 head) on the bottom piece of the bread followed by caramelized pork, optionally add Deli Ham (2 slices). Drizzle with Honey (1 Tbsp).
step 10
Next, add sauteed vegetables.
step 11
Top with Pickles (1 cup).
step 12
Finally, top with cheesy bread.
step 12 Finally, top with cheesy bread.
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RECIPES TAG
Caribbean
Shellfish-Free
Pork
Quick & Easy
Sandwiches & Wraps
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