Italian Beef Sandwich
Indulge in the bold, savory flavors of the classic Italian Beef Sandwich—an irresistible Midwestern favorite that's perfect for any meal. This recipe features slow-cooked, fall-apart-tender beef chuck roast infused with a robust blend of spices, including garlic powder, dried oregano, and paprika, creating a rich and aromatic base. Simmered with tangy pepperoncini peppers and their briny juices, the beef effortlessly absorbs a punch of zesty heat. The addition of giardiniera, a vibrant mix of tangy pickled vegetables, adds the perfect crunchy contrast. Piled high on toasted hoagie rolls, this dish delivers a juicy, hearty bite in every mouthful. Easy to prepare in a slow cooker with minimal effort, this Italian Beef Sandwich recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, game day spreads, or satisfying a crowd with its bold, comforting flavors. Keywords: Italian Beef Sandwich, slow cooker recipe, Midwest comfort food, beef chuck roast, pepperoncini, hoagie rolls, easy weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 16 ounces jar of mild pepperoncini peppers
- 16 ounces jar of giardiniera
- 6 pieces hoagie rolls
Instructions
Season the beef chuck roast evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, onion powder, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Place the seasoned beef roast into a slow cooker.
Pour the beef broth over the roast.
Add the entire jar of pepperoncini peppers, including the juice, to the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once the beef is tender, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices and peppers.
Stir in the giardiniera and let the beef heat through for an additional 15 minutes.
Split the hoagie rolls and toast them lightly, if desired.
Fill the hoagie rolls with the hot Italian beef and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 330.7 g | 424% | |
| Saturated Fat | 137.0 g | 685% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1153 mg | 384% | |
| Sodium | 12341 mg | 537% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.8 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 331.1 g | 662% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1308 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 51.2 mg | 284% | |
| Potassium | 4984 mg | 106% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
