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Medianoche Cuban Sandwiches

Originally Posted September 20, 2015 by Ronda Eagle 30 Comments

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Authentic Cuban bread is difficult to find in our area, so we’ve prepared these Cuban Sliders which are traditionally served with sweet bread. This variation of the classic Cuban sandwich is called Medianoche, or midnight, which is when these small sandwiches are usually eaten after a night of dancing. These sandwiches were an absolute hit at our Cuban Theme Party (post coming Sept 21) –it’s a good thing I made plenty!

This variation of the classic Cuban sandwich is called Medianoche, and is traditionally served on sweet bread rather than the typical Cuban bread. | kitchendreaming.com |

The Roast Pork really makes this sandwich sing, so you won’t want to leave it out.  I started the pork to roast (low and slow) in the oven about midday (about 2 to 4 hours at 325°F — or until fork tender) so that it was hot and ready to shred later that afternoon just as I prepared the sandwiches for the party. Then all that’s left is a quick trip into the oven to melt the cheese and this recipe produces a hot sandwich perfect for any tapas menu.

recipe adapted from Taste of Cuba

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This variation of the classic Cuban sandwich is called Medianoche, and is traditionally served on sweet bread rather than the typical Cuban bread.

Medianoche Cuban Sandwiches


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  • Author: Ronda Eagle | Kitchen Dreaming
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: oven
  • Cuisine: Cuban
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This variation of the classic Cuban sandwich is called Medianoche, or midnight, which is when these small sandwiches are usually eaten after a night of dancing. The Roast Pork really makes this sandwich sing, so you won’t want to leave it out.


Ingredients

  • 1 (24-ct) package Hawaiian dinner rolls
  • Dijon mustard
  • 1 (8 oz) package Swiss Cheese
  • 1 (8-oz) package hard salami
  • 1 (16 oz) package sliced deli ham
  • 2-lbs (32 oz) boneless roasted pork shoulder, shredded
  • 48 pickle slices, bread and butter

Instructions

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 325°F.
  2. Lightly grease a 9×13″ pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
  3. Cut the rolls in half horizontally removing the tops and placing the bottoms in the baking pan.
  4. Spread Dijon mustard over the bottom layer of buns.
  5. Next add an even layer of cheese across all the buns.
  6. On top of the cheese, add a layer of salami.
  7. Next add a layer of ham.
  8. Now add the shredded pork in an even layer across all the buns.
  9. Add 2 pickles per sandwich roll and top with the other half of the bun.
  10. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the sandwiches have steamed through. Remove from the oven. Cut the sandwiches apart and serve hot.

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To see all the recipes from our Cuban Theme Party, please visit the following links:

  • Mojitos and Cigars: A Cuban Themed party
  • Classic mojito
  • Empanadas
  • Green Plantain Chips
  • Plantain Chips with Mojo Vinaigrette
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Willard Warnes

great for game day

★★★★★

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October 7, 2018 1:14 am
Colby

Served these for football apps and they were great.

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September 13, 2018 7:35 pm
KitchenDreaming

Thanks, Colby! So glad you enjoyed them.

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September 19, 2018 10:29 am
Mary

Served these as sliders and they were gobbled up in no time

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September 5, 2018 3:49 am
KitchenDreaming

Thanks. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!

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September 7, 2018 6:01 am
Albertha

Good sandwich to use up some leftover roasted pork. family loved it.

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August 12, 2018 8:54 pm
KitchenDreaming

Thanks Albertha – so glad you all liked it!

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August 18, 2018 6:33 am
Colette

perfect. the meat was so tender

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August 4, 2018 8:36 pm
Este

A nice play on tradition.

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July 28, 2018 8:46 am
Roger

Absolutely delicious.

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July 23, 2018 8:43 am
Maria Cruz

So tasty with the pulled pork. That’s really the secret

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July 6, 2018 5:14 am
Margi Gillson

So tasty, we loved these for our party last night. thanks for recipe!

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July 3, 2018 11:53 am
KitchenDreaming

Thanks for stopping back in to let us know! I’m so glad you enjoyed them

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July 4, 2018 7:52 am
Lacey Burgett

Tasty little sliders that our guests totally enjoyed!

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June 22, 2018 1:52 am
Tarah Swanston

Excellent sandwiches perfect for pot luck cook out this past weekend.

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June 12, 2018 12:05 pm
Karen

Hi! Woսld you mind if I share your blog with my facebook groսp?
There’s a lot of people that I think would really apprecіate ypur content.

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May 11, 2018 1:30 am
KitchenDreaming

Thanks Karen! That would be fabulous! The more the merrier. ;)

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May 12, 2018 9:15 am
Floren buck

Awesome post.

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December 10, 2017 4:15 am
Domenic

These were great for poker night with my friends.

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July 23, 2016 9:24 pm
KitchenDreaming

Hi Domenic – yes, very tasty indeed and easy to eat while playing cards!

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October 14, 2016 7:33 am
[email protected]

Pretty nice post. I just stumbled upon your blog and wished to say that I have truly enjoyed browsing your blog posts.

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July 4, 2016 11:05 am
KitchenDreaming

Thanks, Shelly.

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July 4, 2016 11:55 am
[email protected]

Just wish to say your Cuban Party theme is just what I was looking for. Thanks a million for all the great ideas.

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July 3, 2016 6:35 pm
KitchenDreaming

Thank you! It was so much fun.

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July 4, 2016 6:27 am
[email protected]

Finn and I made these sandwiches. They were amazing.

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July 2, 2016 8:24 pm
KitchenDreaming

Thanks, Aleida.

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July 4, 2016 6:28 am
Eunice

Love it

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June 10, 2016 10:08 pm
KitchenDreaming

thanks

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June 27, 2016 9:36 am
De

These look so tasty

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June 3, 2016 8:23 pm
KitchenDreaming

They are SO tasty! Pop back in if you try them!

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June 9, 2016 4:58 pm

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