Bocadillo Pernil Recipe
sandwich with roasted pork, bacon, caramelized onions, oaxacan cheese, house pickles, cilantro mayo, cuban bread
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Ingredients
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Sandwich Components
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Caramelized Onions
In a skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of oil and sliced onions. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 15-20 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. Set aside.
- 2
- 3
Assembling the Sandwich
- 4
Build the Sandwich
Cut the Cuban bread in half lengthwise. On the bottom half, layer the sliced roasted pork, followed by crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and Oaxacan cheese.
- 5
Add Pickles and Mayo
Top the cheese with house pickles and drizzle cilantro mayo generously over the top. Close the sandwich with the top half of the Cuban bread.
- 6
Toast the Sandwich
Preheat a panini press or skillet over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwich in the press or skillet, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.