Cuban Sandwich Recipes (Authentic & Flavorful)

A Cuban sandwich is a deliciously pressed sandwich filled with roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard, all layered between two slices of Cuban bread. This iconic sandwich is a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors, making it a must-try for sandwich lovers.

01 Information

Grade

Serving

Calorie

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Medium

2 Servings

600 Kcal

10 Mins

5 Mins

15 MIns

02 Ingredients

  • 4 slices Cuban Bread (or substitute with French or Italian bread)

  • 4 oz Roasted Pork (thinly sliced)

  • 4 oz Ham (thinly sliced)

  • 4 slices Swiss Cheese

  • 4 Dill Pickles (sliced lengthwise)

  • 2 tbsp Yellow Mustard

  • Butter (for grilling)


03 Method

Step 1
Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2
Spread Yellow Mustard on the inside of both slices of Cuban bread.

Step 3
Layer the sandwich with Roasted Pork, Ham, Swiss Cheese, and Dill Pickles.

Step 4
Place the sandwich together and butter the outer sides of the bread.

Step 5
Grill the sandwich on the preheated griddle or skillet for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing down with a spatula or sandwich press until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.

Step 6
Remove from the griddle, slice diagonally, and serve immediately.