Description
Crispy, juicy porchetta layered inside toasted ciabatta rolls and finished with a creamy garlic herb mayo. This Italian-inspired sandwich is rich, aromatic, and satisfying — perfect for cozy lunches or gatherings.
Ingredients
- Pork Belly: 3 pounds, skin-on, provides juicy meat and crispy texture.
- Garlic Cloves: 6 minced, adds deep aromatic flavor.
- Fresh Rosemary: 2 tablespoons chopped, brings earthy notes.
- Fresh Thyme: 1 tablespoon chopped, balances the herbs.
- Fennel Seeds: 1 tablespoon crushed, gives the authentic Italian touch.
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, helps bind the seasoning and crisp the skin.
- Salt and Black Pepper: to taste, enhances overall flavor.
- Ciabatta Rolls: 4 toasted, perfect sturdy base for the sandwich.
- Mayonnaise: 1 cup, base for the garlic herb spread.
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon, adds freshness to the mayo.
- Parsley: 2 tablespoons chopped, adds brightness and color.
- Garlic Powder: ½ teaspoon, deepens the flavor of the mayo.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Combine Ingredients: Mix garlic, rosemary, thyme, fennel seeds, olive oil, salt, and pepper into a fragrant paste.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lay the pork belly flat, spread the herb mixture, roll tightly, tie with kitchen twine, and place in a roasting pan.
- Assemble the Dish: Roast for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender, then increase heat to 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes to crisp the skin.
- Cook to Perfection: Let the porchetta rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Finishing Touches: Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, and garlic powder for the garlic herb mayo.
- Serve and Enjoy: Spread mayo on toasted ciabatta rolls, layer sliced porchetta, and serve warm.
Notes
- Pat the pork skin dry before roasting for perfect crispiness.
- Let the meat rest to retain juices.
- Chill the herb mayo for 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Toast the bread lightly for better texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Roasting and Assembling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Porchetta sandwich, garlic herb mayo, Italian sandwich, crispy pork belly, ciabatta sandwich