Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich Recipe
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Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich

"This is one of the more famous sandwiches straight out of the island of Cuba. This recipe came from my uncle who used to work at a restaurant in Pinar del Rio, Cuba and now works at a Cuban cafeteria here in Miami. This sandwich is best served with fried plantain chips and a cold mamey milkshake!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (91)

What to Drink?

Cocktail Oro Mojito
Beer Beer
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
8 Min
Ready In:
23 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 sandwiches
 

Ingredients

  • 4 sweet bread rolls
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup prepared mustard
  • 1 pound thinly sliced cooked ham
  • 1 pound thinly sliced fully cooked pork
  • 1 pound sliced Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup dill pickle slices
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

  1. Split the sandwich rolls in half, and spread mustard and mayonnaise liberally onto the cut sides. On each sandwich, place and equal amount of Swiss cheese, ham and pork in exactly that order. Place a few pickles onto each one, and put the top of the roll onto the sandwich. Brush the tops with melted butter.
  2. Press each sandwich in a sandwich press heated to medium-high heat. If a sandwich press is not available, use a large skillet over medium-high heat, and press the sandwiches down using a sturdy plate or skillet. Some indoor grills may be good for this also. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes, keeping sandwiches pressed. If using a skillet, you may want to flip them once for even browning. Slice diagonally and serve hot.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 1453 | Total Fat: 88.4g | Cholesterol: 275mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2006 by MEMA   view full review
This is a good version of the Cuban as we know it but not the original, love all the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2008 by AV8TOR   view full review
We use regular sub rolls from the grocery bakery. We spread a very thin coating of butter on...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2006 by fingers77   view full review
I've been making these sandwhiches for years only I use a club roll like a Paninni bread and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2006 by LESLEYPRINCE   view full review
This sandwich sounds like the real Medianoche to me. I have a Cuban-American cookbook from...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2005 by DaddyBlack   view full review
We also added Italian dressing and we didn't have sliced dill pickles, but we substitued dill...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2006 by Jennifer   view full review
Although I just used a hoagie roll instead of a sweet roll this was awesome-- I did use my...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2003 by Navy_Mommy   view full review
Yum, the only thing I can compare these to is a Po'Boy. They are great. The plate trick...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2006 by GRISWOLD420   view full review
My deli did not have pork to thinly slice, so I roasted a pork loin fillet seasoned with just...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 20, 2005 by CLARRY32   view full review
I was looking for a good recipie, and I found it! I love cuban sandwiches. For an interesting...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 10, 2009 by Patty Q. Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I am addicted to this sandwich as made at a Cuban bakery in Glendale, CA. and I have to say...

 

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