Goomba Recipe

Name: Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shops Goomba Recipe
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 each Italian sandwich roll (6–8 inch) or hero/baguette; 2 oz Sliced ham (deli-style); 1 oz Sliced capicola; 1 oz Sliced pepperoni; 1 oz Sliced salami; 2 slices Provolone cheese, sliced; 4 slices Ripe tomato, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp Red onion, very thinly sliced (rings); 3 slices Pickle slices (dill or bread & butter), quartered if large; 2 pieces Pepperoncini, sliced lengthwise; 1 cup Romaine or leaf lettuce, washed and torn; 1 tbs Extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tsp Red wine vinegar; 1 tsp Dijon or classic yellow mustard (optional); 1 tsp Salt; 0.25 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground; 0.25 tsp Oregano, dried

Inspired by Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop

Time15m

Serves1

Ham, Capicola, Pepperoni, Salami, Provolone, Red Wine Vinegar, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Pepperoncini, Lettuce

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Ingredients

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Sandwich

1 each Italian sandwich roll (6–8 inch) or hero/baguette

2 oz Sliced ham (deli-style)

1 oz Sliced capicola

1 oz Sliced pepperoni

1 oz Sliced salami

2 slices Provolone cheese, sliced

Vegetables & Pickles

4 slices Ripe tomato, thinly sliced

2 tbsp Red onion, very thinly sliced (rings)

3 slices Pickle slices (dill or bread & butter), quartered if large

2 pieces Pepperoncini, sliced lengthwise

1 cup Romaine or leaf lettuce, washed and torn

Dressing & Seasoning

1 tbs Extra-virgin olive oil

1 tsp red wine vinegar

1 tsp Dijon or classic yellow mustard (optional)

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/4 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground

1/4 tsp Oregano, dried

Method

Sandwich

Prepare roll

Slice the sandwich roll horizontally, leaving a hinge if you prefer (or slice fully). If you like the bread warmed, toast it lightly under a broiler or in a skillet for 1–2 minutes until slightly crisp.

Assemble meats and cheese

Layer the meats on the bottom half of the roll in this order for balanced flavor and texture: ham, capicola, pepperoni, then salami. Fold or overlap the slices so they cover the length of the roll. Lay the provolone slices on top of the meats.

Vegetables & Pickles

Arrange the tomato slices on top of the cheese. Scatter the red onion rings evenly over the tomato. Add pickle slices down the center of the sandwich (if large, quarter them lengthwise). Place the sliced pepperoncini alongside or over the pickles for a tangy, mildly spicy note. Finish with torn lettuce leaves to add crunch and freshness.

Dressing & Seasoning

In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and mustard (if using). Stir in the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust — the red wine vinegar should give a bright tang that balances the cured meats.

Drizzle about half of the dressing evenly over the vegetable layer and press the sandwich gently to compact layers. Reserve the remaining dressing to serve on the side or to add more to taste.

Close the sandwich, slice in half on a bias, and serve immediately. If preparing ahead, wrap tightly in parchment or plastic and refrigerate up to 6 hours; add lettuce and dressing just before serving for best texture.