Classic Cuban Sandwich
Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Havana with Chef Fabiola's iconic Cuban sandwich. It features tender, melt-in-your-mouth roast pork, smoked ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and a tangy mustard aioli, all layered between two slices of traditional Cuban bread and griddled until crunchy on the outside, and gooey and melted on the inside. A tribute to culinary tradition, this mouthwatering creation captures the essence of Cuban flavor in every bite.
Total Time
75 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
55 minutes
Ingredients per serving
Pork Shoulder (Boston Butt, Boneless)
2.46 ozLime Juice
1.86 tspGarlic, Peeled
0.04 ozGround Black Pepper
0.12 tspDried Oregano
0.12 tspGround Cumin
0.12 tspKosher Salt
0.12 tspYellow Mustard
0.24 ozMayonnaise
0.73 ozPeeled Garlic
0.08 tspPreparation
1. Prepare the Roasted Cuban Pork
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). In a bowl, mix the lime juice, garlic, black pepper, oregano, cumin, and kosher salt. Rub this mixture all over the pork shoulder. Place the pork in a roasting pan and cover with aluminum foil. Roast for 45-55 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Once cooked, let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly.
2. Make the Mustard Aioli
In a small bowl, combine the yellow mustard, mayonnaise, garlic, unsalted butter, kosher salt, and green onion. Stir until smooth and set aside.
3. Assemble the Classic Cuban Sandwich
Slice the Cuban bread in half horizontally. Spread the mustard aioli evenly on both halves of the bread. Layer the smoked ham, roasted Cuban pork, Swiss cheese, and pickles on the bottom half of the bread. Close the sandwich with the top half of the bread. Press the sandwich gently to ensure even cooking.
4. Cook the Sandwich
Heat a panini press or a skillet over medium heat. Cook the sandwich for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until the bread is crispy and the cheese has melted.
Nutritional facts
Protein
48g
Carbs
74g
Calories
1024kcal
Fat
59.2g
Reviews
4.3
Based on 20 reviews
sandwich was delicious - gave 4 stars only because the plaintains were chewy
10/15/26
