Memphis Monte Cristo

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with the Memphis Monte Cristo, a bold Southern twist on the classic sandwich. Imagine layers of smoky barbecue pulled pork, salty deli ham, and gooey Swiss cheese nestled between slices of plush brioche bread, all dipped in a rich egg batter and fried to golden perfection. The magic doesn’t stop there—this masterpiece is dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness and served with a tangy-sweet barbecue and raspberry jam sauce for dipping. Perfectly balanced with savory, smoky, and sweet flavors, this decadent sandwich is ideal for a brunch treat or a hearty dinner with a twist. Simple to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish is as crowd-pleasing as it is unforgettable!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 6 slices Brioche bread
• 1.5 cups Pulled pork (barbecue style)
• 3 slices Swiss cheese
• 6 slices Deli ham
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Raspberry or blackberry jam
• 0.25 cup Barbecue sauce
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce and raspberry (or blackberry) jam. Set this tangy-sweet sauce aside for serving.

Step 2

Lay out the brioche bread slices. On three of the slices, evenly distribute the pulled pork. Top the pulled pork with Swiss cheese slices.

Step 3

On the remaining three slices, layer the deli ham. Place these slices (ham-side down) on top of the pulled pork and cheese slices, creating three sandwiches.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour, salt, and black pepper to form a smooth batter.

Step 5

In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it shimmers.

Step 6

Carefully dip each sandwich into the egg batter, making sure to coat all sides evenly.

Step 7

Place the battered sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese has melted. Adjust the heat if necessary to prevent burning.

Step 8

Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Slice each sandwich in half diagonally and dust the tops with powdered sugar.

Step 10

Serve warm with the barbecue-jam sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1335.7 grams (1335.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3451

Total Fat 209.80g	269%
Saturated Fat 57.20g	286%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.40g
Cholesterol 1085mg	362%
Sodium 5893mg	256%
Total Carbohydrate 217.90g	79%
Dietary Fiber 6.40g	23%
Total Sugars 113.30g
Protein 166.80g	334%

Vitamin D 220IU	1102%
Calcium 1304mg	100%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 2533mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 25.4%