Grilled Italian Recipe
Experience our sizzling Grilled Italian Sandwich — stacked with premium Italian deli meats grilled to perfection, melty provolone, grilled onions, a splash of oil, crisp lettuce, and fresh tomato. Every bite is bold, craveable, and unmistakably Capriotti’s.
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Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all ingredients. Slice the onion and tomato, shred the lettuce, and slice the Italian bread or hoagie rolls in half lengthwise.
- 2
Sauté the Onions
In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced onions and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until the onions are caramelized and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Grill the Deli Meats
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Layer the Italian deli meats and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are heated through and slightly crispy.
- 4
Melt the Cheese
After grilling the deli meats, place the provolone cheese on top and cover the skillet with a lid to help melt the cheese for about 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Assemble the Sandwich
On the bottom half of the Italian bread or hoagie rolls, layer the grilled meats with melted cheese, followed by the sautéed onions, fresh lettuce, and sliced tomatoes. Top with the other half of the bread.
Grilling
- 6
Grill the Sandwich
Heat a grill pan or sandwich press over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwich on the grill and press down slightly. Grill for 3-4 minutes on each side, until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Serve
Once grilled, remove the sandwich from the heat, slice in half, and serve hot. Enjoy your bold and craveable Grilled Italian Sandwich!