A classic from Chilean “sanguchería,” the pork loin sandwich is undoubtedly one of the most popular in restaurants and cafes throughout the country, available in various versions, whether it be completo, chacarero, or this delicious Italian version.
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How to make the Italian Pork Sandwich?
A simple and delicious recipe, the secret to preparing a pork loin sandwich lies in the quality of its ingredients, mainly in the cooking point and moisture of the meat to obtain a tender and juicy center.
Nutritional facts
Each serving of an Italian pork loin sandwich contains approximately 680 kcal, 45 g of carbohydrates, 30 g of fats, 50 g of proteins, 5 g of fiber, 3 g of sugars, 85 mg of cholesterol, and 900 mg of sodium.
Italian Pork Loin Sandwich recipe
Category: Sandwiches
Preparation: 30 minutes
Cooking: 90 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 kg of pork loin
- 4 marraquetas bread
- 2 large ripe tomatoes
- 2 large avocados
- 1 onion
- 1 tablespoon of oregano
- 1 tablespoon of mustard
- ½ teaspoon of paprika
- Vegetable oil
- Homemade mayonnaise
- Salt
- Pepper
Preparation
- In a large pot, add a splash of oil and heat over medium heat, add the meat and sear evenly on all sides.
- Add a teaspoon of salt, pepper to taste, the onion cut into wedges, oregano, paprika, merkén, onion, mustard, and pour in boiling water to cover all the ingredients. Cover the pot, lower the heat, and cook for about 90 minutes or until the meat is well cooked.
- Carefully transfer the pork loin to a cutting board and with a sharp knife cut into thin slices, then submerge them back into the cooking broth and let them rest.
- Heat the marraquetas or frica bread rolls in a toaster or oven until slightly crispy. Cover the base with slices of pork loin to taste, top with 2 or 3 slices of tomato, plenty of avocado, and homemade mayonnaise to taste. Cover with the top part and gently press down with your fingers.
- Serve the Italian pork loin sandwich immediately, whole or cut in half, and enjoy with a soda, light beer, or good coffee, as you prefer.
Additional tips
To get the most flavor from the cooking, always soak the pork loin slices in their juices before serving, reheating them if necessary.
A good option to add an extra layer of flavor is to season the tomato slices and mashed avocado separately to concentrate their flavors.
If you do not want to use avocado or mayonnaise, you can accompany your pork loin sandwich with any accompaniments you like, it will surely be just as delicious.
Did you know?
The pork loin sandwich was supposedly invented at the traditional Fuente Alemana in downtown Santiago, and every August 24th is celebrated as “Pork Loin Sandwich Day,” a dish that, although created in honor of German immigrants, is now considered a heritage of Chilean cuisine.
