Vegan Cuban Sandwich Recipe
This vegan Cuban sandwich recipe uses pulled bbq jackfruit in place of roast pork for an irresistible taste and texture.
Ingredients
For the BBQ Jackfruit
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces jackfruit drained
- 2 cups vegan BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 small lime juiced
For The Sandwich
- 2 loaves vegan bread split lengthwise
- 1/2 cup yellow mustard
- 8 vegan Swiss cheese slices or more, as needed
- 12 slices plant-based ham
- Sliced pickles
- Olive oil or vegan butter
- Olive oil or vegan butter
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the jackfruit to the pan and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, season the jackfruit with salt, cumin, and dried oregano, and add BBQ sauce and lime juice. Stir together and let them simmer, stirring often, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove pan from heat and use a fork to flake jackfruit into small pieces. Set aside.
- On each slice of bread, add a spread of mustard. Then layer one slice of bread with swiss cheese, jackfruit, ham and pickles. Close sandwiches and add a light coat of oil or vegan butter to the outside of the bread.
- Grill the sandwich on a panini press or in a skillet, for about 5 minutes, or until outside of the bun is golden brown, and cheese is melted, flipping once. Slice and serve with chips.
- If making sandwiches ahead, wrap them in foil and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to enjoy, reheat them with the same steps as above.