Description
A classic Chicago Beef Sandwich features tender, thinly sliced roast beef sautéed with onions and green bell peppers, simmered in beef broth, and topped with provolone cheese and zesty giardiniera on soft hoagie rolls. This quick and flavorful sandwich delivers an authentic taste of Chicago in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich:
- 1 lb roast beef, thinly sliced
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup giardiniera (pickled vegetables)
Vegetables and Seasoning:
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Broth:
- 1/4 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Sauté Veggies: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.
- Cook the Beef: Add the thinly sliced roast beef to the skillet with the softened veggies. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is heated thoroughly, about 3-5 minutes.
- Simmer with Beef Broth: Pour in the beef broth, stirring to combine with the beef and vegetables. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes to infuse the flavors and maintain moisture in the beef.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Slice the hoagie rolls in half horizontally. Place a slice of provolone cheese on the bottom half of each roll. Divide the warm beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the cheese on each sandwich.
- Add Giardiniera and Serve: Top each sandwich generously with giardiniera for a tangy, spicy kick. Close the sandwiches with the top halves of the rolls and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- For extra melty cheese, you can briefly toast the assembled sandwiches under a broiler or in a hot oven until the provolone melts.
- Giardiniera adds signature Chicago-style flavor but can be omitted or substituted with pickled jalapeños for extra spice.
- Use thinly sliced deli roast beef for convenience or leftover cooked roast beef for best texture.
- The beef broth helps keep the sandwich moist – don’t skip it for an authentic juicy bite.
