Chopped Italian Grinder Sandwich (Printable Version)

Hearty sandwich featuring chopped Italian meats, provolone cheese, crisp lettuce, and tangy Italian dressing on a toasted hoagie roll.

# Ingredient List:

→ Meats

01 - 3.5 ounces salami, diced
02 - 3.5 ounces pepperoni, diced
03 - 3.5 ounces ham, diced (optional)

→ Cheeses

04 - 4.2 ounces provolone cheese, diced or shredded

→ Vegetables

05 - 2 cups iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
06 - 1 medium tomato, diced
07 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
08 - 1/4 cup pepperoncini, sliced (optional)

→ Dressing

09 - 1/3 cup Italian dressing

→ Bread

10 - 4 hoagie rolls or sub rolls, split lengthwise
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for toasting, optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F or heat a large skillet over medium heat.
02 - In a large bowl, combine diced salami, pepperoni, ham (if using), provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pepperoncini.
03 - Drizzle Italian dressing over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
04 - Lightly butter the inside of each hoagie roll (optional), and toast in the oven or skillet until golden and crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
05 - Scoop the chopped mixture generously into each toasted roll.
06 - Serve immediately, optionally with extra dressing or hot sauce.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The fine chopping ensures you get every flavor in each magnificent bite, no more trying to strategically position ingredients before taking that first chomp.
  • Its infinitely customizable using whatever meats and cheeses are lingering in your refrigerator, making it perfect for those I need to grocery shop tomorrow moments.
02 -
  • Toasting the bread isnt optional if you want to avoid the dreaded soggy sandwich syndrome, as the crisp exterior creates a protective barrier against the moisture.
  • Letting the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes before assembling allows the flavors to mingle while the cheese slightly softens, creating that perfect deli texture.
03 -
  • Invest an extra minute to remove some of the bread from the center of the roll, creating a trench that holds more filling and prevents ingredients from escaping with each bite.
  • If making for later, store the dressed filling and toasted bread separately, then assemble right before eating to maintain the perfect texture contrast.
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