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Irresistible Cuban Sandwich Recipe with Mojo Pork

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A delicious Cuban sandwich featuring juicy mojo pork marinated in fresh citrus and spices, layered with ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard, then pressed to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs pork shoulder or pork butt, trimmed and cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 Cuban rolls or soft French rolls (substitute: hoagie buns or bolillo rolls)
  • 12 slices Swiss cheese (Emmental works well too)
  • 12 slices thinly sliced deli ham (honey ham preferred)
  • 12 slices dill pickles
  • Yellow mustard (spicy brown mustard optional)
  • Butter, softened (for grilling the sandwich)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mojo Marinade (10 minutes): In a large mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate the Pork (at least 2 hours, preferably overnight): Add the pork chunks to the marinade, toss to coat thoroughly, cover and refrigerate.
  3. Cook the Pork (2-3 hours): Transfer pork and marinade to a slow cooker or oven-safe dish. Slow cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender and shreddable. Or roast covered with foil at 325°F (163°C) for about 3 hours, turning once halfway.
  4. Shred the Pork: Once cooked, shred pork using two forks, mixing in cooking juices.
  5. Assemble the Sandwiches: Slice Cuban rolls in half lengthwise. Spread yellow mustard on bottom halves. Layer ham, mojo pork, dill pickles, and Swiss cheese. Top with other half of roll.
  6. Grill the Sandwiches (5-7 minutes): Heat sandwich press or skillet over medium heat. Lightly butter outside of each sandwich. Press and grill until bread is toasted golden and cheese melted (3-4 minutes per side if skillet).
  7. Serve Warm: Slice sandwiches diagonally and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh citrus juice for best flavor. Butter the outside of the bread before grilling for a golden crust. If sandwich browns too fast before cheese melts, lower heat and cover loosely with foil. If no sandwich press, use a heavy pan or cast iron skillet with weight on top to press sandwich.

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