The Ultimate Cuban Chopped Grinder Sandwich Recipe
A bold, flavorful sandwich combining halal-friendly meats, melted butter, pickles, and Swiss cheese. Quick and family-friendly, this recipe delivers satisfying layers of taste in under 40 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
4 submarine rolls, 6-10 inches each, sliced lengthwise
½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ pound pre-cooked halal pulled chicken (substitute for pork)
½ pound sliced halal deli turkey
3 dill pickles, sliced in half
4 slices Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt to create a spread
Brush the butter mixture onto the insides of the submarine rolls
Layer halal pulled chicken, halal deli turkey, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard inside each roll
Bake for 10–15 minutes until the bread is golden and the cheese melts
Cut rolls crosswise and serve warm
Notes
Replace halal chicken with halal beef or shrimp if desired
Add sliced red onion or bell pepper for extra flavor
For a vegan version, substitute bread, mustard, and pickles while omitting dairy