Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBodega on CentralCuban Sandwich Recipe

Cuban Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Bodega on Central
Time30m
Serves2

Classic Cuban sandwich with roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard.

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Ingredients

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Bread

Meats

Cheese

Condiments

Butter

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Toast the Bread

    Preheat a panini press or skillet over medium heat. Slice the Cuban bread in half lengthwise to create a top and bottom.

  2. 2

    Layer the Ingredients

    On the bottom half of the Cuban bread, layer the roast pork, followed by the ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickle slices, and yellow mustard.

  3. 3

    Finish the Sandwich

    Place the top half of the Cuban bread over the layered ingredients.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Butter the Bread

    Spread the unsalted butter evenly on the outer sides of the sandwich.

  2. 5

    Grill the Sandwich

    Place the sandwich in the preheated panini press or skillet. If using a skillet, press down with a heavy skillet or pan to flatten the sandwich. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  3. 6

    Slice and Serve

    Once cooked, remove the sandwich from the heat and let it sit for a minute before slicing it in half diagonally. Serve warm.

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