Cuban Sandwich

prep time:: 15 min
total time:: 75 min

Makes 6 sandwiches

Looking for a new sandwich to make – something that is tasty yet oh-so-easy? Try my version of a Cuban sandwich. My “secret” is in the zesty rub used on the pork tenderloin. It gives the pork a nice flavor, without overpowering the sandwich.

ingredients

1.5 Pounds Pork Tenderloin
1 Rind of 1 Orange, Lemon, and Lime
5 Sandwich Thin Pickles
1/4 Cup Grey Poupon Mustard
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1 tsp Kosher Salt
1/2 tsp Cracked Black Pepper
1 Baguette
1/2 lb Sliced Ham
6 Slices Swiss Cheese

directions

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1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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2. In a small bowl combine the zest of 1 lemon, lime, and orange with the juice of the orange, the dried oregano, salt and pepper.
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3. Rub the pork tenderloin with the concoction before placing it in a baking dish. Bake for 30-40 minutes.
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**You want the pork to be firm in texture but have a little bounce to it. The juices should run clear.
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4. To assemble the sandwich, cut the baguette lengthwise, smear with mustard, shingle with sliced pork tenderloin, ham, pickles, and finished with swiss cheese.
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5. A true Cuban sandwich is finished by being grill. If you are interested, just slice the sandwich and press under your George Foreman Grill. I prefer mine without the grill – you can’t go wrong either way.
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6. Serve and enjoy!