Cuban Pork Sandwiches are easy to make using the slow cooker. This is a great sandwich for dinner, tailgate parties, potlucks, and family get togethers.
Prepare a slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray nonstick cooking spray.
Place the 4 pounds boneless pork butt, cut into large pieces into the slow cooker. Pour 1 cup orange juice¼ cup lime juiceover the pork. Add 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced Top the meat with 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and 2 bay leaves.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or until the pork is fork-tender. Shred the meat with two forks
Assemble the sandwich
Slice the 1 loaf Cuban bread down the width. Spread spicy brown mustard over the inside of the bread and add layers of the 24 slices smoked deli ham.
Top the ham with the cooked shredded pork and then a layer of 12 slices Swiss cheese
Add thinly sliced pickles to the sandwich and add the top layer of bread. Press the sandwich down tightly. Slice and serve.
Notes
Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe. Storage - Store leftover pork, and sandwich fixing in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Freezing - You can also freeze the leftover pork in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Make ahead - Feel free to make the shredded pork for these pork sandwiches a day or two in advance and just reheat it when you are ready to assemble the sandwiches.
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