30-60 mins
Make-Ahead
Over 1 hour
Quick & Easy
Under 15 mins
Under 30 mins
Chicago-Style Italian Beef
A classic Chicago Italian Beef sandwich, made accessible for the home cook with readily available ingredients. This version focuses on flavor and simplicity.
Total Time
240
Yield
6
Calories
750 cal
Difficulty
Medium
Cuisine
Italian-American
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What You'll Need
Equipment:
Large pot, Large saucepan, Two forks, Cutting board, Knife •
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Instructions
Place Beef in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-2.5 hours, or until very tender.
While beef is simmering, prepare the Sauce. Heat Olive Oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add Yellow Onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add Garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Stir in Crushed Tomatoes, Beef Broth, Italian Seasoning, Dried Oregano, Red Pepper Flakes, Salt, and Black Pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once beef is cooked, let it cool slightly. Shred the beef using two forks.
Add the shredded beef to the Sauce and simmer for another 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Slice Italian Rolls horizontally. Fill each roll with Italian Beef and top with Giardiniera. Serve immediately.
