When you need a sandwich with serious attitude and flavor, the Spicy Italian Hero is the only choice. This is our homage to the traditional East Coast deli sub—a towering, heavily loaded sandwich designed for massive appetites. By layering high-quality cured meats with sharp cheeses and a punchy, acidic dressing, we have created a flavor bomb that hits every single taste bud on your palate.
A Mountain of Cured Meats
The foundation of the hero is a generous trifecta of imported Italian meats. We start with a base of thinly sliced Genoa salami, which provides a rich, garlic-forward chew. Next, we add a layer of spicy pepperoni for a kick of paprika and heat. Finally, we drape delicate ribbons of dry-cured prosciutto over the top. This combination provides a complex, salty, and incredibly savory profile that cheaper deli meats simply cannot match.
Sharp Provolone & Spicy Peppers
To stand up to the intense flavors of the meat, we use a sharp, aged provolone cheese rather than a mild alternative. The cheese adds a necessary creamy texture while contributing a sharp, slightly nutty bite. We then pile on a generous handful of pickled banana peppers and hot cherry peppers. These add a crucial element of heat and vinegar, cutting through the richness of the fats and keeping the palate refreshed bite after bite.
The Oil & Vinegar Finish
An authentic Italian hero is never dry. We serve this sandwich on a soft, freshly baked sesame hoagie roll. Just before wrapping it up, we heavily dress the shredded lettuce and onions with our house-made Italian vinaigrette—a blend of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. The bread soaks up the dressing, ensuring every bite is bursting with zesty, herbaceous flavor.
Sandwich Breakdown
- The Meats: Genoa Salami, Spicy Pepperoni, and Dry-Cured Prosciutto.
- The Toppings: Sharp provolone, shredded lettuce, red onion, and hot banana peppers.
- Pro-Tip: This sandwich is incredibly filling. It makes for a perfect lunch with enough left over for an afternoon snack!
