Jackpot Pork Pretzel Roll Sandwich

Crispy, crunchy and packed with flavor, this Pork Cutlet sandwich (also known as schnitzel) gets a major boost from our tangy and sweet Jackpot Rub & Sauce. The best part? It's stacked on top of a soft, pillowy homemade pretzel roll. But don't worry if you're not feeling as ambitious, a store-bought pretzel roll tastes great too! 

Jackpot Pork Pretzel Roll Sandwich

Difficulty: Moderate
Prep time: 90 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4

Instructions:

Jackpot Pretzel Roll

1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a stand mixing bowl. Let stand 10 minutes, or until small bubbles form.
   
   
2. Whisk flour and Jackpot rub together, then add to the yeast mixture. Pour butter and olive oil over flour. Using dough hook attachment, knead mixture on low speed for 5 minutes, until dough pulls away from the side of the bowl.
   
   
3. Transfer dough to an oil-greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Place in a warm area to proof for 60-90 minutes, or until dough has doubled in size.
   
   
4. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line 2 half-sheet pans with parchment paper and lightly brush with oil. Set aside.
   
   
5. Bring the 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a rolling boil in an 8-quart saucepan or roasting pan.
   
   
6. Meanwhile, turn the dough out onto lightly oiled work surface and divide into 6 to 8 equal pieces. Roll each into a small ball. Place onto the parchment-lined half sheet pan.
   
   
7. Set the dough balls into the boiling water, 2 by 2, for 30 seconds. Remove them from the water using a slotted spatula. Return to the half sheet pan, brush the top of each roll with the beaten egg and beer mixture and sprinkle with salt, if desired. Use a sharp knife or lame to score the top of the roll.
   
   
8. Bake until dark golden brown in color, approximately 20 to 22 minutes, rotating halfway. Transfer to a cooling rack for at least 5 minutes before serving.

1. Place pork in a resealable plastic bag. Use a meat mallet to pound pork to a ¼ inch thickness.
   
   
2. Place pork on a plate and season with Jackpot rub.
   
   
3. Whisk eggs in a bowl, then one by one, dip each piece of pork into egg.
   
   
4. Combine fine and panko breadcrumbs, then add egg dipped pork one by one. Press bread crumbs firmly into both sides of pork, then refrigerate for 5 to 10 minutes.
   
   
5. Heat oil in a deep saucepan or skillet.
   
   
6. Remove pork from the refrigerator and carefully set in hot oil. Fry pork for 5 to 7 minutes, until golden brown, turning half way. Transfer cutlets to a wire rack with sheet tray underneath. Cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.

1. Slice pretzel roll in half, then spoon Jackpot BBQ sauce on the bottom half of roll. Top with shredded lettuce and cabbage, pork cutlet, additional Jackpot BBQ sauce, bread & butter pickles, and top half of roll. Serve warm.