How To Make Cubanos with Homemade Cuban Bread

Cuban sandwiches A.K.A Cubanos are the chefs (and not just the movie) ultimate sandwich of choice. It is a cultural symbol of food that resonates with the heart of any foodie. We're taking this one to the next level with homemade cuban bread and an intensified mojo pork.

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[bocc]

Babish when he likes something: slight fork shake of triumph
Josh: A S C E N D

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Josh: *doesnt say cwisspy*

Everyone: “I sense a disturbance in the force...”

[aa-ujls]

As a Cuban, I love what he did with the process. It’s really nice to see someone embracing the culture and bringing this to other people. Thank you!

[clfmoanium]

How much butter do you want on your sandwich
Joshua: yes

[Pandaeggss]

"look at that fat juicy masterpiece"
Me: how can he see me?

[dylanfrancis]

My uncle is Matt Salgado, a scarcely know Cuban chef but even Bobby flay has had him on his show. And this is perfect. Exactly how he’d make his besides putting a palm leaf in the split for the bread. Makes a world of difference. Also a little mojo in the pan while toasting so the bread absorbs. Love u man.

[TPixelAdventures]

For all those people out there like me who wondered, "what is that tune?", I gotchu fams.
*Bassio, El Presidente.*

[ntut]

Him: *pouring in dry ingredients*
Me: whisky b u s i n e s s
Him: Whisk till thoroughly combined
Me: :(

[Daya_Love]

You did a great job and I approve. 🇨🇺 🥪 ❤️ If anyone is wondering, traditional mojo is made with sour orange juice— no zest— but using half lime and half orange will taste very similar, and is something many Cubans do. It isn’t made with chilis, cumin or mint. We use onions instead of shallots and dried oregano instead of fresh. Your sandwich assembly is pretty spot on. The most traditional way is mustard on one slice and butter on the other. This looks VERY tasty and like an elevated Cuban sandwich.

[adwoaosei]

The love this guy puts into his food is so wholesome 😭

[jhc]

Josh: “But you wanna know what else won’t ever have a better sandwich in its life? That doesn’t make sense”
As if they’ve ever made sense

[toddlash]

Though not traditional, this rendition of the Cubano is flipping fantastic! The cooking liquid is out of this world. Make sure you save some uncooked before you add it to the pork. Adding it to the sandwich brings a fresh, bright note that elevates all the other ingredients.

[jeffforbess]

It’s one of my favorite sandwiches. In the world. I’m from Louisiana and Tennessee. I know a little about sandwiches. The bread is as important as the pork. It’s like getting a shrimp Po-Boy in Metairie, using that Leidenheimer bread. I spent three days in NO trying to find the right bread. Had to drive to Bear’s to get it. Completely worth it. Real Cuban bread has a three hour shelf-life, just like that Po-Boy bread. It matters.

[Fishstyx]

Looks like a solid Cuban. I'd offer two things. 1. Increase the hydration of your dough, pan cubano is pretty airy. 2. The lime/OJ mix is a fine substitute but if you have access to sour oranges....thats the ticket.

[cceballo]

As a Cuban myself, I’m very impressed and thank you fir showing the love for this amazing sandwich. I also give you props on making Cuban bread. Cuban bread with butter and Cuban coffee or cafe con leche is a must. Thank you for doing this dude.

[lenclencheur.]

Who want a philly cheese steak by Joshua Weissman

[LusaderX]

Josh : "Cuban bread is hard to find"
Me: *laughs in Miami*



Edit: I'm born and raised in Miami. You could literally walk down the street and there are like 7 different Cuban cafeterias.

[elcabopr]

I don’t know if anyone has mentioned this, but you get a better, more balanced flavor if you put the Swiss directly on the mustarded bread and place the pickles between the cheese and meat. This separates the acidic ingredients by a layer and actually makes a huge difference.

Source: grew up eating Cubanos my entire life and the best places always did their sandwiches this way.

[zander]

Josh: You won’t have a better sandwich in your life.

Me: *Laughing as I fill my turkey and cheese sandwich with chips.*

[shaquillem.]

I love how Josh's girlfriend has the same chaotic energy as him