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A traditional Cuban sandwich begins with a special Cuban bread similar to the long French bread loaves.
Cuban Sandwich, or Cubano:
Similar to a grilled ham and cheese sub sandwich, the cubano includes layers of ham, roast pork, cheese (like provolone) and pickles.
This recipe features traditionally Caribbean ingredients (avocados, hearts of palm) tossed in a dressing full of Asian flavors (tamarind, fish sauce). The vibrant salad is excellent alongside Ken Oringer's rich Cuban sandwiches.
The lard creates a rich flavor, but also hastens the drying of the crumb, making Pan Cubano bread more enjoyable the day it is baked. Also known as Cuban bread in English, the bread is used as a base for the Cuban sandwich, ...
 See also: Sandwich, Cheese, Grill, Kitchen, Bread
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