Nuevo Cubano Recipe

Name: Nuevo Cubano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (3-ounce) whole-wheat sub rolls, cut in half lengthwise; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained; 4 ounces thinly sliced reduced-sodium deli ham; 1 peeled mango or 2 large tomatoes, thinly sliced; 3 ounces thinly sliced provolone cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Servings: persons

1
Hollow out top and bottom halves of bread, leaving a 1/2-inch-thick shell; reserve torn bread for another use.
2
Combine cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, garlic, and black beans in a food processor; process until almost smooth and spreadable, adding a few drops of water, if necessary. Spread bean mixture evenly on bottom halves of the prepared rolls. Layer rolls evenly with ham, mango or tomatoes, and provolone cheese; replace top halves of rolls.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add 2 sandwiches to pan; place a cast-iron or other heavy skillet on top of sandwiches; press gently. Cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until sandwiches are golden brown (leave cast-iron skillet on sandwiches while they cook). Remove sandwiches from pan; repeat procedure with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 2 sandwiches.
4
This updated version of Nuevo Cubano is based on a recipe that originally ran in
5
, August 2010. The recipe was retested and updated for
6
, Oxmoor House, 2013.

315

kcal

Calories

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (3-ounce) whole-wheat sub rolls, cut in half lengthwise, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Nuevo Cubano falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Nuevo Cubano

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