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A freshly assembled Italian grinder sandwich on a wooden board, showcasing the layers of salami, turkey, and provolone.
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Italian Grinder Sandwich: The Ultimate Recipe

The ultimate Italian Grinder Sandwich recipe, loaded with layers of deli meats, provolone cheese, and a signature creamy, tangy grinder salad. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating this viral, flavor-packed sandwich sensation at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 850
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large Hoagie rolls split lengthwise
  • 1/2 lb sliced Genoa salami
  • 1/4 lb sliced pepperoni
  • 1/2 lb sliced smoked turkey
  • 8 slices provolone cheese
  • 2 Roma tomatoes thinly sliced
  • 1/2 medium red onion very thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup pepperoncini peppers finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon pepperoncini brine from the jar
  • 2 cups iceberg lettuce finely shredded
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and pepperoncini brine. Stir in the chopped pepperoncini and the thinly sliced red onion. Just before serving, fold in the shredded lettuce.
  2. Preheat your oven's broiler. Lay the split hoagie rolls on a baking sheet. Layer provolone cheese on both sides of the bread. On the bottom halves, layer the salami, smoked turkey, and pepperoni.
  3. Broil for 2-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven, top the meat with sliced tomatoes, then add a generous amount of the grinder salad. Place the top of the roll on, press gently, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 850kcalProtein: 38gFat: 55gFiber: 4g

Notes

Bread Choice: Use a sturdy, crusty roll to prevent the sandwich from getting soggy.
Crisp Lettuce: Do not mix the lettuce into the dressing until you are ready to assemble and serve to maintain its crunch.
Customize: Feel free to add other Italian deli meats like capicola or mortadella.
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