Ode to a Cuban
It's simply shocking. I never realized the rest of the country was so deprived. Are there really Americans who have never tasted the yummy goodness of a pressed Cuban Sandwich? I feel so sad. Please fix one and do press it; it really makes a difference. While you eat, read about the history of our beloved sandwich.
If you come to Tampa, try a Cuban at La Teresita or the Silver Ring Cafe. You won't be sorry.
Thanks to Sticks of Fire for the links.
posted by Mrs. Happy Housewife at 8:47 PM
6 Comments:
"Are there really Americans who have never tasted the yummy goodness of a pressed Cuban Sandwich?"
Ummm ... yeah. I'd be one of them. It sounds good though. :-)
Oh, my son is moving to Ft Lauderdale. I will definitely order one when I visit.
How do you press yours?
I don't make my own. {she said sheepishly} I always get mine at a cafe. The link I posted for making Cubans says to use:
Sandwich Press: Grill sandwiches in a hot buttered sandwich press until flat, bread is browned, and cheese has melted. Remove from heat; cut each sandwich in half and serve immediately.
Waffle Iron: Turn over metal plates to the flat surface. Place sandwich in hot buttered waffle iron, close cover, and grill for 3 minutes on each side.
Griddle: Place sandwich on a hot griddle, and position a heavy iron skillet or bacon press on top of the sandwich. Flatten the sandwich to about 1/4 of it original size. Grill the sandwich for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
George Forman Grill: May also be used.
I suppose I could make one myself but I've never tried. I leave some things up to the experts. :)
That's how I feel about Sonora-Style Hot Dogs. I posted on my blog about them- I have the recipe and did make them once, but they're one of those local specialties that's a lot cheaper & quicker when purchased from a street vendor!
If I'm ever in FL I will have to sample one of these sandwiches- they look tasty.
I am a huge fan of these sandwiches
as well as bistec empanizado and papitas fritas.
Pressed is most definitely the way to go.
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