Classic Muffuletta Sandwich
The Classic Muffuletta Sandwich is a New Orleans Italian-American creation featuring layers of Italian deli meats, cheeses, and a bold olive salad on a sesame-seeded round loaf. Packed with savory, tangy, and briny flavors, this hearty sandwich is a staple in Louisiana cuisine.
Ingredients
- For the Olive Salad
- ½ cup green olives chopped
- ½ cup black olives chopped
- ¼ cup Giardiniera chopped
- 1 tbsp capers
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup roasted red peppers chopped
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- For the Sandwich
- 1 large Muffuletta bread or round Italian loaf
- ¼ lb Genoa salami
- ¼ lb mortadella
- ¼ lb capicola
- ¼ lb ham
- ¼ lb provolone cheese
- ¼ lb mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Prepare the Olive Salad
- In a bowl, combine olives, capers, garlic, Giardiniera, and roasted red peppers.
- Add red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir well and marinate for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
- 2️⃣ Assemble the Sandwich
- Slice the Muffuletta bread in half horizontally.
- Spread half of the olive salad on the bottom half of the bread.
- Layer the meats (salami, mortadella, capicola, and ham).
- Add the cheeses (provolone and mozzarella).
- Spread the remaining olive salad on the top half of the bread.
- Place the top half over the filling and press firmly.
- 3️⃣ Let It Rest & Serve
- Wrap the sandwich tightly and let it sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Slice into quarters or eighths and serve at room temperature.
Notes
✔ For best results, let the sandwich rest before serving—this enhances the flavor!
✔ Substitutes for Muffuletta bread: Ciabatta or a Sourdough Discard Sandwich Bread.
✔ Serving idea: Pair with Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings for the ultimate meal.
✔ Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Wrap tightly and reheat lightly if desired.
✔ Substitutes for Muffuletta bread: Ciabatta or a Sourdough Discard Sandwich Bread.
✔ Serving idea: Pair with Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings for the ultimate meal.
✔ Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Wrap tightly and reheat lightly if desired.