This easy-to-make recipe for classic American Italian Beef Sandwiches will transport you to the streets of Chicago with its savory flavors and tender beef. Perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a game day meal, these sandwiches are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb beef roast
- 1 packet Italian seasoning mix
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4-6 hoagie rolls
- Provolone cheese slices
- Giardiniera, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Place beef roast in a slow cooker and sprinkle Italian seasoning mix over the top.
- Add beef broth, pepperoncini peppers, and sliced onion to the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 8 hours, or until beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- Remove beef from slow cooker and shred with two forks.
- Strain liquid from slow cooker and reserve for dipping sauce.
- Split hoagie rolls and place provolone cheese slices on one side.
- Top with shredded beef and giardiniera.
- Serve hot with reserved dipping sauce on the side.
- Enjoy your delicious Italian Beef Sandwiches!
Interesting Facts
Italian Beef Sandwiches are a popular street food in Chicago, often served at sporting events and festivals.
The dish originated in Chicago in the 1930s and has since become a staple of the city's culinary scene.
Italian Beef Sandwiches are typically served with giardiniera, a spicy pickled vegetable mix, for added flavor and crunch.