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Prepare to have a new favorite pork sandwich! This Roast Pork Sandwich is loaded with sauteed spinach, melty cheese, tender leftover pork and savory remoulade sauce. It's the most flavorful sandwich you'll ever make, ready in minutes using leftover pork!
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Pork Sandwich Recipe
If you've ever been to Philly, you've probably heard of their famous Italian roast pork sandwiches! These incredible sandwiches are loaded up with slices of tender pork, broccoli rabe, and cheese, all served on a crispy bun. They're worth the trip to try!
But would you believe me if I said I'd found a way to make them at home- and they're even better homemade? By swapping out the broccoli rabe for sauteed spinach and adding a quick spoonful of easy Remoulade sauce, these sandwiches are more flavorful than ever. And they're ready in a matter of minutes!
Trust me, and try these roast pork sandwiches! Italian roast pork has never tasted so good. It's even the perfect pack lunch, and great for making ahead to serve hot or cold!
Pork Sandwich Ingredients
- Leftover pork
- Provolone cheese
- Remoulade sauce
- Spinach
- Garlic
- Olive oil
- Sandwich buns
- Salt and pepper
Remoulade Sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Spicy brown or Creole mustard
- Lemon juice
- Hot sauce
- Garlic
- Pepper
- Dill relish
- Ketchup
- Creole seasoning
How to Make a Roast Pork Sandwich
- Start by making the sauce. To make remoulade, add all of the ingredients to a bowl and stir until combined.
- While the sauce rests, add the olive oil and garlic to a pan, then saute until fragrant. Then, add fresh spinach.
- Saute until soft and dark green, then top with salt and pepper.
- Slice the sandwich buns in half if not already. Add slices of cheese to the bottom half.
- Top with slices of leftover pork.
- Add a spoonful of sauteed spinach on top of the pork.
- Spoon remoulade sauce on the top half of the bun and spread evenly, then close the sandwich. If desired, wrap in foil and heat until melty. Serve, and enjoy!
Pork Sandwiches Tips
- You can use any sort of sandwich bread you'd like for these sandwiches, but heartier, crustier buns tend to hold up to the weight of the fillings better. I love using ciabatta rolls!
- Any cheese you like with pork will work great, but I highly suggest non-smoked provolone. It has a tender chew and a mild flavor that just adds a bit of salty creaminess to the sandwich without fighting the other flavors.
- Make sure to make extra Remoulade- I promise, you'll be wanting to use it on everything! Add the spare to chicken fingers, salads, or dip fries in it!
- Traditionally this sandwich uses roast pork, but you can also try it with other leftovers, like ham or turkey! Trust me, it's incredible!
Italian Roast Pork Sandwich FAQs
Pork is a hearty, tender meat, and tends to pair well with softer textures on sandwiches. When picking condiments for a pork sandwich, I recommend sauteed greens instead of crisp ones, cheese, and a creamy sauce. Prioritize rich and zingy flavors to compliment the mild meat!
Any mild cheese will pair well with pork. I prefer provolone for pork sandwiches, as the mild cheese adds a lovely creaminess without being too strongly flavored. Mozzarella can also work, though it's slightly less salty.
Philly roast pork sandwiches traditionally use Italian roast pork, which is made from pork shoulder. However, any sliced or pulled pork will work well for sandwiches, and they're the perfect way to use up leftovers of whatever you have!
Pork Sandwiches Ideas
- Roasted Pork Tenderloin
- Grilled Boston Butt
- Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin - For the fastest pork you've ever made, try the air fryer tenderloin- it's done in ten minutes!
- Italian Pressed Sandwich
Great pork sandwich recipes take great roast pork! These are my best recipes for pork sandwich meat, featuring ultra tender meat.
Leftover Pork Recipes
- Pulled Pork Pasta
- Ham and Cheese Sliders
- Pulled Pork Tacos
- Ham and Cheese Casserole
- Pulled Pork Nachos
Did you enjoy this recipe? Try more of my best pork recipes, and leave a comment and rating below! We love to hear from you.
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Roast Pork Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 slices Provolone
- Leftover pork to taste
- 1 spoonful Remoulade sauce
- 3 oz Spinach fresh
- 1 teaspoon Garlic minced
- 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Sandwich bun
Remoulade Sauce
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 3 Tablespoons Creole mustard or spicy brown
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon Hot sauce Louisiana preferred
- ½ teaspoon Garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
- ¼ cup Dill relish
- 3 Tablespoons Ketchup
- 3 teaspoons Creole seasoning
See our Beef Temperature Chart for helpful tips on cooking any cut of beef!
Instructions
- Start by making the sauce. To make remoulade, add all of the ingredients to a bowl and stir until combined.1 cup Mayonnaise, 3 Tablespoons Creole mustard, 1 Tablespoon Lemon juice, 1 Tablespoon Hot sauce, ½ teaspoon Garlic, ½ teaspoon Black pepper, ¼ cup Dill relish, 3 Tablespoons Ketchup, 3 teaspoons Creole seasoning
- While the sauce rests, add the olive oil and garlic to a pan, then saute until fragrant.1 Tablespoon Olive oil, 1 teaspoon Garlic
- Add in the fresh spinach and saute until soft and dark green, then top with salt and pepper.3 oz Spinach, Salt and pepper
- Slice the sandwich buns in half if not already. Add 2 slices of cheese to the bottom half.1 Sandwich bun, 2 slices Provolone
- Top with slices of leftover pork.Leftover pork
- Add a spoonful of sauteed spinach on top of the pork.
- Spoon Remoulade sauce on the top half of the bun and spread evenly, then close the sandwich. If desired, wrap in foil and heat until melty. Serve, and enjoy!1 spoonful Remoulade sauce
Notes
- You can use any sort of sandwich bread you'd like for these sandwiches, but heartier, crustier buns tend to hold up to the weight of the fillings better. I love using ciabatta rolls!
- Any cheese you like with pork will work great, but I highly suggest non-smoked provolone. It has a tender chew and a mild flavor that just adds a bit of salty creaminess to the sandwich without fighting the other flavors.
- Make sure to make extra Remoulade- I promise, you'll be wanting to use it on everything! Add the spare to chicken fingers, salads, or dip fries in it!
- Traditionally this sandwich uses pork, but you can also try it with leftover turkey! Trust me, it's incredible!
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