Description
Mouthwatering Muffaletta sandwiches bring New Orleans culinary magic to life with layers of Italian meats, cheeses, and zesty olive salad. Hearty ingredients and bold flavors combine for a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup black olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1/4 cup pickled giardiniera, chopped
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Craft the vibrant olive medley by combining green and black olives, roasted red peppers, pickled giardiniera, and finely chopped garlic in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and apple cider vinegar, then sprinkle with oregano and basil. Season with salt and pepper, stirring to integrate flavors. Seal and refrigerate for a minimum of 60 minutes, allowing ingredients to harmonize and intensify.
- Carefully slice the bread horizontally, creating a substantial top and bottom surface. If the loaf appears excessively dense, gently excavate some interior crumb to create ample space for robust fillings.
- Generously distribute half the olive mixture across the bottom bread layer. Meticulously arrange seasoned beef, smoked chicken, marinated chicken, provolone, and mozzarella cheeses in overlapping layers. Crown the stack with remaining olive salad, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Position the bread’s upper half, creating a complete sandwich structure. Encase tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Apply substantial weight—such as a cast-iron skillet or hefty canned goods—to compress and meld ingredients. Allow sandwich to rest and integrate for 30-60 minutes.
- Remove wrapping, slice into wedge-shaped portions. Serve at ambient temperature to maximize flavor complexity and ingredient interaction.
Notes
- Enhance olive salad flavor by letting it marinate overnight, allowing herbs and vinegar to deeply infuse the ingredients.
- Customize meat selection by using vegetarian alternatives like grilled portobello mushrooms or plant-based deli slices for a meat-free version.
- Cut bread carefully to maintain structural integrity, ensuring even layers and preventing ingredient spillage during pressing and serving.
- Wrap sandwich tightly and apply consistent pressure while pressing to compress ingredients, creating a dense, cohesive flavor profile and easier slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg