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    Home » Main Dishes » Cuban Media Noche Sandwich

    Published: May 16, 2023 by Cari · This post may contain affiliate links. · Leave a Comment

    Cuban Media Noche Sandwich

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    The Cuban media noche sandwich is a traditional sandwich that is a big part of Cuban cuisine. It's signature sweet bread is what makes this sandwich stand out offering the sandwich a sweet and savory flavor profile.

    Why you'll love this Cuban media noche sandwich

    • Perfect sandwich for lunch or a snack.
    • Can be made to feed a large crowd.
    • Great for people who love a sweet and savory combination.
    • Ready in 15 minutes.

    What's the difference between a Cuban sandwich and a Media Noche?

    The main (and only) difference between a traditional Cuban Sandwich and a Medianoche sandwich is the bread used. Cuban sandwiches use traditional Cuban bread while media noches use a sweet egg bread similar to Challah.

    What to serve with this Cuban medianoche

    • Yuca Fries
    • Queso Frito
    • White rice and black beans
    • Chicharrones
    • Avocado Salad

    Equipment you'll need to make this Cuban midnight sandwich

    The best thing for this sandwich is a panini press.

    Ingredients

    • Lechon (mojo pork)
    • Deli ham
    • Swiss cheese slices
    • Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
    • Pickle slices
    • Medianoche bread rolls

    Instructions for this Cuban midnight sandwich

    Carefully slice your sweet medianoche rolls in half and spread the mustard on the bottom half of the rolls.

    Over the mustard place the swiss cheese and pickles.

    Over the pickles, place the ham slices and lechon pulled pork. Place the top of the medianoche bread roll over the sandwich.

    Melt butter in a small bowl and use a pastry brush to spread the butter over the top of the rolls.

    Place the sandwich inside your panini press and set to medium high. Cook until both sides are golden and cheese is melted.

    Remove from the panini press and enjoy immediately

    Variations/Substitutions for the media noche sandwich

    • Can't find media noche rolls? The closest option is actually challah bread or any sweet egg bread.
    • Don't have a panini press? Place the sandwich on a nonstick large skillet and place it on the stovetop at medium low heat. Place a cast iron skillet or another heavy skillet over the top of the sandwich and press down gently. Once the bottom is golden and toasted, carefully flip the sandwich over to brown the other side.

    Storage for your medianoche sandwich

    Have some left over media noche sandwich? Store it in an airtight container for upto days. Reheat in a toaster oven or eat it cold.

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    Cuban Media Noche Sandwich

    A traditional Cuban sandwich made on a sweet egg roll.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time8 minutes mins
    Total Time13 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: cuban
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 581kcal
    Author: Cari

    Ingredients

    • ¼ lb Lechon mojo pork
    • ¼ lb Deli ham
    • ¼ lb Swiss cheese slices
    • 2 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
    • 8 Pickle slices
    • 2 Medianoche bread rolls
    • 2 tablespoon of melted butter

    Instructions

    • Carefully slice your sweet medianoche rolls in half and spread the mustard on the bottom half of the rolls.
    • Over the mustard place the swiss cheese and pickles.
    • Over the pickles, place the ham slices and lechon pulled pork. Place the top of the medianoche bread roll over the sandwich.
    • Melt butter in a small bowl and use a pastry brush to spread the butter over the top of the rolls.
    • Place the sandwich inside your panini press and set to medium high. Cook until both sides are golden and cheese is melted.
    • Remove from the panini press and enjoy immediately

    Notes

    Variations/Substitutions for the media noche sandwich

    • Can't find media noche rolls? The closest option is actually challah bread or any sweet egg bread.
    • Don't have a panini press? Place the sandwich on a nonstick large skillet and place it on the stovetop at medium low heat. Place a cast iron skillet or another heavy skillet over the top of the sandwich and press down gently. Once the bottom is golden and toasted, carefully flip the sandwich over to brown the other side.

    Storage for your medianoche sandwich

    Have some left over media noche sandwich? Store it in an airtight container for upto days. Reheat in a toaster oven or eat it cold.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 581kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 1527mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 949IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 561mg | Iron: 1mg
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