Italian Grinder Sandwich Hoagie (Printable)

Italian deli meats, provolone, lettuce, and zesty salad layered inside a crusty hoagie roll.

# What You'll Need:

→ Sandwich Assembly

01 - 4 crusty hoagie rolls
02 - 8 slices provolone cheese
03 - 8 slices Genoa salami
04 - 8 slices deli ham
05 - 8 slices mortadella
06 - 8 slices capicola
07 - 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
08 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
09 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
10 - 8 pepperoncini peppers, sliced (optional)

→ Grinder Salad

11 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
15 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
16 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
17 - Salt, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, blend mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt until homogenous.
02 - Add shredded iceberg lettuce and thinly sliced red onion to the dressing. Toss thoroughly to coat veggies evenly, then set aside.
03 - With a bread knife, slice each hoagie roll lengthwise, keeping one side intact to act as a hinge.
04 - Arrange 2 slices provolone cheese and 2 slices each of Genoa salami, deli ham, mortadella, and capicola on the bottom half of every roll.
05 - Lay several slices of tomato evenly over the meats in each sandwich.
06 - Generously spoon the prepared grinder salad mixture over the tomato and meats.
07 - Top with sliced pepperoncini, if desired, for added zest.
08 - Fold the rolls closed and apply gentle pressure to secure the layers. Serve the grinders immediately for best texture.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Uses everyday deli ingredients you can find almost anywhere
  • Fifteen-minute prep for a meal that feels gourmet
  • Customizable with your favorite meats and cheeses
  • Satisfies that "hearty lunch" craving without needing to cook
02 -
  • This sandwich packs a protein punch and is perfect for feeding a crowd
  • Makes a fun interactive lunch for parties or game days
  • Grinder salad is every bit as delicious as it sounds and can double as a salad on its own
03 -
  • For super crisp lettuce keep it refrigerated until the moment you shred and toss
  • Ask the deli to slice all meats extra thin so you can layer for best bites
  • One of my tricks is to add the salad layer on top of the meats not under it to keep bread from getting too soft
  • Try toasting your rolls for two to three minutes to enhance flavor and reinforce the crust

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