Building a Cubano with Frank J. Kuna Sliced Pork

At Frank J Kuna, our sliced pork makes it easier to deliver that consistency while giving your kitchen the flexibility to build bold, standout flavor. One of the best ways to elevate it is with Mojo.

Adding Mojo Flavor

Mojo is a Cuban-inspired marinade built on citrus and spices. It adds brightness that cuts through the richness of the pork, creating a more balanced and flavorful sandwich.

Key Mojo Ingredients:

• Garlic Powder (Item #70645)
• Cumin (Item #70636)
• Pepper (Item #70619)
• Oregano (Item #70590)
• Salt (Item #73112)
• Lime juice (Item #90130)
• Orange juice (Item #30878)

This combination brings together citrus, savory, and spice in a way that complements pork perfectly.

How to Use Mojo with Sliced Pork

Frank J Kuna sliced pork gives you multiple ways to bring Mojo flavor into your operation depending on your setup.

Cooked in Mojo
Toss sliced pork in the Mojo mixture and heat on a flat top or in a sauté pan until warmed through. This allows the flavor to fully absorb into the meat.

Mojo BBQ Variation
Blend the Mojo ingredients into your preferred BBQ sauce, then use the sliced pork in the sauce for a slightly sweeter and smoky flavor profile.

Building the Cubano

Ingredients:

• Frank J Kuna USA Prime sliced pork (Mojo Style) (Item #18468)
• Hautly Black Forest Ham (Item #36503)
• Swiss cheese (Item #34472)
• Pickles (Item #74348)
• Yellow mustard (Item #70355)
• Cuban bread (or a slightly sweeter bread if needed)
• Butter for pressing

Instructions

1. Start cooking the sliced pork and preparing the Mojo blend.
2. Preheat a press or skillet to medium heat.
3. Slice the bread and spread yellow mustard on both sides.
4. Layer the sandwich starting with Swiss cheese, then ham, Mojo sliced pork, pickles, and another layer of Swiss.
5. Close the sandwich and butter the outside of the bread.
6. Press until the bread is golden and crisp and the cheese is fully melted, about 3 to 5 minutes.
7. Slice and serve immediately.

Why It Works

The Cubano is built on contrast. Crisp and tender. Rich and acidic. Mojo enhances that balance by adding brightness and depth to the pork, while Frank J Kuna sliced pork ensures consistency, speed, and quality in every sandwich.

It is a simple way to bring more flavor to a proven classic.