Description
Hearty Italian grinder sub celebrates classic deli flavors with layers of premium meats, cheeses, and zesty pepperoncini. Crisp bread and bold seasonings create a satisfying sandwich that brings Italy’s street food spirit to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 4 slices turkey salami
- 4 slices beef pastrami
Cheese and Produce:
- 2 slices provolone cheese
- 1 large sub roll or baguette
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup (40 g) red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) banana peppers (optional)
Condiments and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Italian dressing
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Gently split the sub roll down its length, optionally warming it in a 350°F oven for a crisp exterior.
- Generously coat both interior surfaces of the roll with creamy mayonnaise for a rich base.
- Arrange alternating layers of robust turkey, savory salami, and tender beef pastrami across the bottom half of the bread.
- Create a vibrant layer of crisp shredded lettuce, juicy tomato slices, sharp red onion rings, and tangy banana pepper rings.
- Enhance the sandwich’s flavor profile by delicately drizzling extra virgin olive oil and zesty Italian dressing over the vegetables.
- Elevate the taste with a precise sprinkle of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to complement the meats and vegetables.
- Carefully fold the top half of the roll over the layered ingredients, slice diagonally to create two manageable portions, and serve immediately for maximum freshness and texture.
Notes
- Customize the bread by using whole wheat or gluten-free rolls for dietary preferences.
- Swap deli meats with plant-based alternatives like seitan or tempeh for vegetarian options.
- Enhance flavor by toasting the roll until golden and crispy for added texture and warmth.
- Balance the richness of meats and cheese by adding fresh, crisp vegetables for a lighter, more nutritious sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1580 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg