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Dairy-Free Cuban Sandwiches (Cubanos) recipe by Safe Plated

Dairy-Free Cuban Sandwiches (Cubanos)

Classic Cuban sandwiches made with roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard. This recipe modifies the classic by using a dairy-free cheese alternative. Pressed until golden brown and crispy.

20m prep + 10m cook4 servings
Contains wheatDAIRY-free
700 cal|40g protein|60g carbs|30g fat|5g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf Cuban bread
  • 1 lb Roasted pork
  • 1/2 lb Ham
  • 8 slices Dairy-free Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup Pickles
  • 4 tablespoons Yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1Slice the 1 loaf of Cuban bread into 4 equal portions, then slice each portion horizontally to create a top and bottom half for each sandwich.
  2. 2Spread 4 tablespoons of yellow mustard evenly on the inside of both the top and bottom halves of all 4 sandwich portions.
  3. 3On the bottom half of each sandwich, layer 1/4 lb of roasted pork, 1/8 lb of ham, 2 slices of dairy-free Swiss cheese, and 1/8 cup of pickles.
  4. 4Place the top half of the bread onto each sandwich, completing the assembly.
  5. 5Brush the outside of each of the 4 assembled sandwiches with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil.
  6. 6Heat a panini press or a large skillet over medium heat, between 350°F (175°C) and 375°F (190°C).
  7. 7Place the sandwiches onto the hot panini press or skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, pressing down firmly if using a skillet, until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the dairy-free Swiss cheese is melted.
  8. 8Remove the sandwiches from the heat, slice them in half, and serve immediately.

Substitutions

Swiss cheeseDairy-free Swiss cheese

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