Italian Grinder Sandwich

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Servings: 2
Ingredients
    For the sandwiches
  • 2 large hoagie or sub rolls (or 4 small rolls)
  • 6 –8 slices provolone cheese
  • 6 slices salami
  • 6 slices pepperoni
  • 6 slices ham or mortadella
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
  • ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup banana pepper rings or pepperoncini (optional)
    • For the grinder dressing
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
    Make the dressing (slaw base)
  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

    2. Create the grinder slaw
  2. 2

    Add the shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, and banana peppers to the bowl. Toss until lightly coated. Set aside.

    3. Toast the bread and cheese
  3. 3

    Slice the rolls open. Place provolone on the bottom halves and toast in the oven or air fryer for about 2 minutes, just until the cheese starts to melt and the bread is lightly crisp.

    4. Add the meats
  4. 4

    Layer the salami, pepperoni, and ham (or mortadella) over the melted cheese, folding slices slightly for a deli-style look and bite.

    5. Top with slaw or veggies
  5. 5

    Spoon the grinder slaw over the meat. If not using the slaw method, layer lettuce, tomato, onion, and peppers, then drizzle the dressing on top.

Note

Keywords: Italian grinder sandwich
Read it online: https://www.showergourmet.com/recipe/italian-grinder-sandwich/