Classic Cuban Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Classic Cuban Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper; Cooking spray; 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise; 6 (2 1/2-ounce) hoagie rolls with sesame seeds, split and toasted; 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard; 24 small dill pickle slices; 2 1/2 ounces lean deli ham, cut into; 6 slices; 6 (0.8-ounce) slices reduced-fat Swiss cheese, cut in half

Servings: persons

1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Cooking spray
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
6 (2 1/2-ounce) hoagie rolls with sesame seeds, split and toasted
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
24 small dill pickle slices
2 1/2 ounces lean deli ham, cut into
6 slices
6 (0.8-ounce) slices reduced-fat Swiss cheese, cut in half

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Sprinkle pork with oregano, salt, and crushed pepper. Heat a medium ovenproof skillet coated with cooking spray over medium- high heat. Place pork in pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or just until browned. Place pan in oven and bake, uncovered, at 400u00b0 for 15 to 18 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion of pork registers 160u00b0. Let stand 5 minutes. Thinly slice pork into 24 pieces.
3
Reduce oven temperature to 300u00b0.
4
Spread mayonnaise evenly on bottom half of each roll. Spread mustard evenly on top half of each roll. Arrange 4 pickle slices on bottom halves of rolls; top with 4 pork slices, 1 slice ham, and 2 half slices cheese. Place tops of rolls over cheese, mustard side down. Place sandwiches on a baking sheet. Bake at 300u00b0 for 10 minutes or until cheese melts.

1611

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper, and more.

Yes, Classic Cuban Sandwiches falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Classic Cuban Sandwiches

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