Gluten-Free Cubano Sandwich
Bring bold Cuban flavors to your table with this Gluten-Free Cubano Sandwich, a delicious twist on the classic that’s perfect for anyone avoiding gluten. This recipe swaps traditional bread for a gluten-free French loaf while keeping all the savory layers that make the Cubano a favorite. Tender slices of ham and roast pork combine with tangy dill pickles, creamy Swiss cheese, and a generous spread of yellow mustard to create the ultimate flavor-packed bite. Grilled to golden perfection with buttery, crispy exteriors on a panini press, this sandwich is a symphony of textures and tastes. Ready in just 25 minutes and yielding two hearty servings, it’s an irresistible lunch or dinner option for those craving a gluten-free version of a beloved sandwich classic.
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Ingredients
- 1 loaf Gluten-free French bread loaf
- 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
- 4 slices Dill pickles
- 4 ounces Sliced ham
- 4 ounces Roast pork, cooked and thinly sliced
- 3 ounces Swiss cheese, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a panini press or sandwich grill to medium heat.
Step 2
Slice the gluten-free French bread loaf in half lengthwise and then cut horizontally to create two sandwich bases. You will have four pieces.
Step 3
Generously spread yellow mustard on the cut side of each bread piece.
Step 4
On the bottom slice of each sandwich, layer two slices of dill pickle, 2 ounces of sliced ham, 2 ounces of roast pork, and 1.5 ounces of Swiss cheese.
Step 5
Place the top half of the bread loaves on the filled sandwiches.
Step 6
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on the top exterior side of each sandwich.
Step 7
Place the sandwiches butter-side down on the preheated panini press.
Step 8
Spread the remaining butter on the now top side of the sandwiches.
Step 9
Close the panini press, and cook the sandwiches until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
Step 10
Carefully remove the sandwiches from the grill, cut in half diagonally, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 797.8 grams (797.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1840 |
| Total Fat 81.50g | 104% |
| Saturated Fat 36.40g | 182% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g | |
| Cholesterol 311mg | 104% |
| Sodium 3989mg | 173% |
| Total Carbohydrate 186.50g | 68% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.60g | 27% |
| Total Sugars 21.10g | |
| Protein 93.40g | 187% |
| Vitamin D 23IU | 114% |
| Calcium 859mg | 66% |
| Iron 6mg | 31% |
| Potassium 819mg | 17% |
Source of Calories