Cubano Recipe
Braised Pork, Ham, Baby Swiss, Pickled Onions, Sweet & Spicy Pickles, Chipotle Aioli, Bolillo Roll, Purple Potato Hash | Add an Egg* - $3
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Ingredients
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Braised Pork
Sandwich Components
Purple Potato Hash
Optional Egg
Method
Braised Pork
- 1
- 2
Add Seasonings
Stir in cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Add the pork shoulder and sear on all sides.
- 3
Braise the Pork
Pour in chicken broth, cover, and let it simmer on low heat for about 3 hours or until the pork is tender.
- 4
Assemble the Sandwich
- 5
Prepare the Bolillo Roll
Slice the bolillo rolls in half and toast lightly.
- 6
Layer the Ingredients
Spread chipotle aioli on both sides of the rolls. Layer shredded pork, ham, baby Swiss cheese, pickled onions, and sweet & spicy pickles.
- 7
Final Toast
Place the assembled sandwiches on a panini press or grill them until the cheese melts and the bread is golden brown.
Purple Potato Hash
- 8
Cook the Potatoes
Cube the purple potatoes and boil until tender. Drain and set aside.
- 9
Optional Egg
- 10
Cook the Egg
Fry or poach the eggs to your liking, and place on top of the sandwich before serving.