Cuban Pork Sandwiches
Recipe is from taste of home and is being posted for zwt.
Steps
For the relish , in a small saucepan over medium heat , bring the onion and water to a boil.
Cook for 1 minute , stirring frequently.
Drain.
Transfer to a bowl.
Add roasted peppers , vinegar , garlic , oregano , salt , pepper and cumin.
Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
Remove and discard the garlic.
Cover and place in refrigerator.
To make the sandwiches , mash the minced garlic , cumin and salt.
Rub over the tenderloin.
Place in a shallow baking pan and bake uncovered at 425 degrees for 35-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.
Allow to stand for 10 minutes.
Slice thin.
Over medium heat , heat the oil in a large skillet.
Top four slices of bread with pork , add the desired amount of relish and 2 slices of cheese.
Top with remaining bread.
Cook the sandwiches for 2 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
The yield is 4 sandwiches and 2 cups of relish.
Ingredients
red onion, water, roasted sweet red peppers, cider vinegar, garlic cloves, dried oregano, salt, pepper, ground cumin, garlic, pork tenderloin, olive oil, sourdough bread, swiss cheese