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May 24, 2018 · Updated June 19, 2020 · 1 Comment

Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich

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All the flavor of the original packed into the perfect handheld bite (plus a surprising secret ingredient!) — our Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich is a must-try party appetizer! Sponsored by Curly’s BBQ.

All the flavor of the original packed into the perfect handheld bite — our Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich is a guaranteed crowd-pleasing party appetizer!

Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich

My husband is a sandwich master (he used to make them for a living on his Cuban food truck!) His favorite sandwich of all time is the Monte Cristo — or “meat donut” as he calls it. However, if you see them in a restaurant, they’re usually HUGE and way more than one person can eat!

That’s why decided to make our own Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich to enjoy at home. (Why didn’t we think of this sooner?!)

Our Mini Monte Cristo Sandwiches pack all the flavor of the original into an amazing hand-held package. They’re perfect for lunch at home or you can make a batch and slice them up for your Memorial Day cookout!

Because cookouts and barbecue go hand-in-hand, we swapped out the usual deli ham for Curly’s Pulled Pork BBQ — all I can say is WOW!! The barbecue adds a whole new level of flavor! (We also used Curly’s pulled pork to make BBQ Stuffed Avocados so be sure to check those out too!)

We served our Mini Monte Cristo Sandwiches with a homemade Strawberry Habanero Jam, which adds a little kick to balance out the sweetness.

I might never go back to the “original” version and once you’ve tried a Barbecue Monte Cristo you might not either!

Related: Love sandwiches? Then you’ve GOT to try our “El Gigante” Mexican Ham Torta!

All the flavor of the original packed into the perfect handheld bite (plus a surprising secret ingredient!) — our Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich is a guaranteed crowd-pleasing party appetizer!

PS- Keep reading to find out how to win $10,000 from Curly’s BBQ – you don’t want to miss this!!

BBQ Monte Cristo Ingredients

  • 1 package Curly’s Pulled Pork 
  • 8 Hawaiian rolls (small hamburger bun size)
  • 8 slices deli turkey
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • Funnel cake batter

(One package of Curly’s Pulled Pork makes 8 Mini Monte Cristo Sandwiches).

Strawberry Habanero Jam Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups strawberry jam
  • 4-5 strawberries, chopped
  • 1 orange habanero pepper, diced
  • 1 orange bell pepper, chopped

A free printable copy of this recipe is available at the bottom of the post.

How to Make Mini Monte Cristo Sandwiches

Keep reading for photo step-by-step cooking tips plus details on Curly’s $10,000 Sizzling Summer Sweepstakes or  click here to jump to printable recipe. 

Build your Monte Cristo Sandwiches:

Slice Hawaiian buns in half.

Layer each sandwich with 1 slice deli turkey, 1 slice Swiss cheese, and 2 heaping Tablespoons of Curly’s Pulled Pork.

Place the top bun on top of your sandwiches, and gently press the edges to “seal” contents of sandwich.

Curly's Pulled Pork BBQ in package

We swapped out the usual deli ham component with Curly’s Pulled Pork for an extra kick of flavor. Talk about an upgrade!

You can find Curly’s BBQ products in the refrigerated meat section of your local grocer. They’re pre-cooked so all you have to do is heat and serve!

To Cook Your Monte Cristo Sandwiches:

Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a dutch oven or your favorite pot for frying. While oil heats, prepare your funnel cake batter according to directions on package. (Or click here to try our gluten free funnel cake batter!)

When oil is ready, pick up a sandwich with tongs and dip into funnel cake batter. Turn until sandwich is fully coated in batter, then gently place in oil.

Dipping monte cristo sandwich into batter

Fry for 2-3 minutes until the outside of sandwich is a light golden brown. Remove from oil and set on a paper towel-lined plate to cool.

Enjoy whole or slice and serve on a platter as an appetizer.

Strawberries and orange peppers in blender to make Strawberry Habanero Jam

To Make the Strawberry Habanero Jam:

Combine strawberry jam, fresh strawberries, orange bell pepper, and habanero pepper in a food processor or blender. Chop until all ingredients are well incorporated and sauce is a smooth consistency with no large chunks.

Dipping Monte Cristo Sandwich in strawberry jelly

How to Enter Curly’s $10,000 Sizzling Summer Sweepstakes

Where would you travel this summer with $10,000 extra in your pocket? The possibilities are endless!

Curly’s BBQ wants to give one lucky winner a $10,000 check to travel to the destination of his or her choice. It could be you!!

To enter, simply visit Curlys.com/sweeps from April 16 – June 10, 2018. Good luck!!

(No purchase necessary; full contest details and rules are available at the link above).

More of our Favorite Recipes with Curly’s BBQ

  • Spicy BBQ Spring Rolls
  • Crispy Pork Wonton Cups
  • Pork Taquitos with Avocado Crema
  • Chipotle Chicken Melt
  • West Virginia Style Pork Barbecue Sandwich
  • “Loaded” Barbecue Sweet Potato Donuts

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All the flavor of the original packed into the perfect handheld bite (plus a surprising secret ingredient!) — our Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich is a must-try party appetizer!

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All the flavor of the original packed into the perfect handheld bite (plus a surprising secret ingredient!) — our Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich is a guaranteed crowd-pleasing party appetizer!
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Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich

All the flavor of the original packed into the perfect handheld bite (plus a surprising secret ingredient!) — our Mini Monte Cristo Sandwich is a guaranteed crowd-pleasing party appetizer!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time15 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sandwich
Servings: 8
Calories: 509kcal
Author: Stacey aka the Soccer Mom

Ingredients

BBQ Monte Cristo Ingredients

  • 1 package Curly's Pulled Pork
  • 8 Hawaiian rolls small hamburger bun size
  • 8 slices deli turkey
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • Funnel cake batter

Strawberry Habanero Jam Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups strawberry jam
  • 4-5 strawberries chopped
  • 1 orange habanero pepper diced
  • 1 orange bell pepper chopped

Instructions

Build your Monte Cristo Sandwiches:

  • Slice Hawaiian buns in half.
  • Layer each sandwich with 1 slice deli turkey, 1 slice Swiss cheese, and 2 heaping Tablespoons of Curly's Pulled Pork.
  • Place the top bun on top of your sandwiches, and gently press the edges to "seal" contents of sandwich.

To Cook Your Monte Cristo Sandwiches:

  • Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a dutch oven or frying pot. While oil heats, prepare funnel cake batter according to directions on package. 
  • Using tongs, dip sandwich into funnel cake batter. Turn until sandwich is fully coated in batter, then gently place in oil.
  • Fry for 2-3 minutes until the outside of sandwich is a light golden brown. Remove from oil and set on a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Repeat with all sandwiches.

To Make the Strawberry Habanero Jam:

  •  Combine strawberry jam, fresh strawberries, orange bell pepper, and habanero pepper in a food processor or blender. Chop until all ingredients are well incorporated and sauce is a smooth consistency with no large chunks.

Notes

Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Nutrition

Calories: 509kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 760mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 46g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 28.1mg | Calcium: 257mg | Iron: 1mg

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Stacey is the creator of The Soccer Mom Blog, a Houston Texas mom blog that focuses on positive living for women and families. She loves to share real food recipes, money-saving tips, parenting encouragement, kids activities, DIY tutorials, home hacks, fitness, and so much more! To get to know Stacey even better, click here.
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