03/06/2025
Giant Muffaletta Italian Sandwich 🥪🇮🇹
The Muffaletta is a legendary New Orleans sandwich with Sicilian roots. Made with layers of cured meats, cheeses, and a zesty olive salad, this giant Italian sandwich is perfect for sharing at parties, game days, or picnics!
Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
For the Sandwich:
- 1 large round loaf of Italian or sourdough bread
- ¼ lb salami, thinly sliced
- ¼ lb mortadella, thinly sliced
- ¼ lb ham, thinly sliced
- ¼ lb capicola (optional), thinly sliced
- ¼ lb provolone cheese, sliced
- ¼ lb mozzarella cheese, sliced
For the Olive Salad:
- 1 cup green olives, chopped
- ½ cup black olives, chopped
- ¼ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- ¼ cup pepperoncini peppers, chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Olive Salad:
- In a bowl, combine green and black olives, roasted red peppers, pepperoncini, capers, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir well, cover, and let marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for better flavor).
2. Prepare the Bread:
- Slice the round loaf in half horizontally.
- Hollow out a little of the soft bread inside to make room for the fillings.
3. Assemble the Muffaletta:
- Spread a generous amount of the olive salad on both halves of the bread.
- Layer the meats: salami, mortadella, ham, and capicola.
- Add the cheeses: provolone and mozzarella.
- Place the top half of the bread back on, pressing down gently.
4. Let It Rest (Optional but Recommended):
- Wrap the sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour. This helps the flavors meld together.
5. Serve & Enjoy:
- Cut into wedges or large slices and serve cold or at room temperature.
Tips for the Best Muffaletta:
✔ Make it ahead! This sandwich tastes even better after sitting for a few hours.
✔ Use a good quality round loaf—Italian or sourdough works best.
✔ Customize the fillings! Try adding spicy soppressata or smoked turkey.
🔥 This Giant Muffaletta Sandwich is bold, flavorful, and a true Italian-American classic! 🥪🇮🇹😋