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Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches – Mami On The Go
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Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches

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Mezcla sandwiches are very traditional in Puerto Rican kitchens. “Mezcla” means “mix”, which is exactly what it is: a puree of ham and cheese for sandwiches. Ok, so “puree of ham and cheese” doesn’t sound very appetizing, but stay with me, I promise it’s worth it!

Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches | @mamionthego

We make mezcla sandwiches all the time. For family gatherings or holiday parties, we like to buy sweet or colored breads to make them more festive. Growing up, my mom always ordered pinwheel sweet mezcla sandwiches from the local bakery. I still order them every time my husband has a meeting at work that requires breakfast or snacks.

Another popular place for mezcla sandwiches is in lunchboxes. In my opinion, it’s the perfect sandwich filling for when you want to cut them up in fun shapes, because it acts like a glue for both breads, and it doesn’t come undone when transported.

These are just two fun ways I have incorporated mezcla sandwiches in my son’s lunchbox:

Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches | @mamionthego

Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches | @mamionthego

I got this recipe from a friend a very long time ago, and even though I have tried other recipes, I think the cream cheese is what takes it over the top, because it makes it creamier. Also, don’t omit the red sweet peppers! It gives it a great taste, and masks the processed cheese and spam taste.

Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches | @mamionthego

I posted this recipe several years ago on my YoSoyMami blog, and it is my #1 most visited post, which is why I wanted to share it here, because I know you’re going to love it.

Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches

This “mix” is perfect for parties, potlucks and lunchboxes.
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Latin, Puerto Rican
Keyword: sandwich

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor

Ingredients

  • 1 8 oz. jar of Cheez Whiz
  • 1 can of Spam I like to use Lite or low-sodium
  • 1 small can of red sweet peppers
  • 4 oz. of cream cheese 1/2 package
  • Bread any kind

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients in your food processor until smooth. When adding the sweet peppers, don’t throw away the liquid. Add the peppers first, and gradually add the liquid until you have reached your desired consistency. Remember that the peppers and liquid are what give this a great taste. You want to add the liquid without watering down the mezcla too much. You will not need all of the liquid.

Notes

You can use any kind of bread – sandwich bread, sweet bread, colored, etc. You can also use cutters to create fun shapes.

Don’t forget to pin this recipe for later!

Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches | @mamionthego

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Comments

31 responses to “Puerto Rican Mezcla Sandwiches”

  1. Traci Avatar

    An interesting recipe! I’ve never seen anything like this before. So fun to read about food from a different culture!

    1. Zelma Avatar

      Thank you! I love experiencing other cultures’ foods too.

  2. Monidipa Dutta Avatar

    This really looks tasty and the recipe is different yet interesting. Have to give a try.

    1. Zelma Avatar

      I’m glad you like it!!

  3. Julie Plagens Avatar

    Cheese Whiz and Spam. That is quite a combination. I am a little wary of it, but strangely enough, it is probably good. I had Doritos with sushi and it was great!

    1. Zelma Avatar

      LOL!! Yes, at first it doesn’t sound very appetizing, but I guess it’s a cultural thing, because we eat it all the time! And trust me, it’s delicious. Thanks to the cream cheese and sweet peppers, it doesn’t taste like cheez whiz or spam at all. ?

  4. Malounami Avatar

    I have never heard of this recipe before and you were right, at first I was wondering if the combination would work, but I feel quite intrigued now to try it one day. Where do you get the can of sweet peppers? I have never seen them before.

    1. Zelma Avatar

      I got these at Walmart, but you can probably get them at any grocery store. They’re close to the canned tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, etc. (at least in my grocery store). I hope you find them!

  5. Elizevent Avatar

    Kids will definitely LOVE these sandwiches in their lunch boxes. And We have same lunch box brand, by the way – our favorite!

    1. Zelma Avatar

      I’m glad you like it, kids love it!! And that lunchbox is awesome!! ?

  6. TessaG Avatar

    This looks so yummy! My kids would love it – will have to look for the ingredients! 🙂

    1. Zelma Avatar

      Thanks! The ingredients are easy to find! I’m sure your kids will like it.

  7. Sarah Fatima Avatar

    wow! these sandwichs looks so different and easy. Cream cheese is all time favorite but I never tried cream cheese in this way. I’ll try this soon.

    1. Zelma Avatar

      I’m glad you like it! Yes, it’s super easy to make, perfect to keep in the fridge for any last minute sandwiches.

  8. Sudipta Dev Chakraborti Avatar
    Sudipta Dev Chakraborti

    This looks like an interesting recipe. A great option for office lunch. Will try this out. Thanks much for sharing.

    1. Zelma Avatar

      Yes, they’re perfect for the office! I’m glad you like it!

  9. Echo Avatar
    Echo

    Its always so much fun to see what is tradition in other kitchens! I haven’t tried this, but it looks similar to like, pimento cheese!

    1. Zelma Avatar

      Yes, in a way it’s similar. The good thing about this one is that the cream cheese masks the strong taste of the cheez whiz, so it’s milder in my opinion. I love both!

  10. Sarah Avatar

    I have never heard of something like this before.. I think the texture woulf be to much for me to handle but i bet my family would enjoy it!

  11. Ashley Avatar

    I’ve never heard of this sammy before! I love how you can print the recipe. Thanks!

  12. Gi Rodriguez Avatar
    Gi Rodriguez

    Simplemente ME encantaaa, como que soy BORICUA jajaja !!!!! Gacias por las ideas de loncheras!

  13. Carla OrganicLifeTV Avatar
    Carla OrganicLifeTV

    Gracias por compartir esta receta hermosa, se ve deliciosa, la voy a preparar y te cuento que tal me fue!

  14. Mamaintuitiva Avatar

    Muy buena la idea y una forma muy práctica de hacerlo! Gracias por compartirlo

  15. Denise Gallamini Avatar
    Denise Gallamini

    Que bueno encontrar la receta por acá! La maestra de mi hija es de Puerto Rico y en estos días la hicieron y yo ni idea de cómo replicar en casa lo que había cocinado en el cole. Gracias

  16. Lia Rodriguez Avatar

    Omg que delicia! Gracias por la receta ? y con estos antojos con los que ando , además muy practico.

  17. Funtastic Mom Avatar

    Santo Cristo! Se ve buenísimo! Y se parece a una que se hace en venezuela, pero no lleva spam sino diablito. Pero la verdad es que desde que nació mi hijo controlamos (no hemos logrado eliminar) los azúcares y las carnes procesadas ?

  18. Paulis Avatar

    Este se ve demasiado delicioso!!! Voy a ensayar los sándwiches!!

  19. Betty Williams Avatar
    Betty Williams

    OMG this mix is addictive! My family loved it! Thanks so much!

  20. Elizabeth Rodriguez Avatar
    Elizabeth Rodriguez

    This looks like just what I was looking for. And it’s not a massive amount like other recipes. Thanks!

  21. Magda Avatar
    Magda

    You may also find it displayed with the jars of olives.?

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