Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe
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Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe
Description
Roast Beef Sandwich Recipe assembles thinly sliced roast beef and aged cheddar cheese on kaiser buns, layered with peppery arugula, crunchy radishes, thinly sliced red onions, and fresh tomato. The creamy horseradish sauce provides a tangy contrast that complements the savory beef. The method suggests arranging ingredients to protect the bun from moisture, starting with lettuce and cheese at the bottom, followed by meat and vegetables. Microgreens add a delicate touch of freshness. The sandwich offers a balance of textures, from tender beef to crisp veggies, creating an engaging eating experience.
The horseradish sauce keeps the flavor lively without overpowering the other ingredients. The recipe allows flexibility with cheese choices like blue or Swiss and offers options for roast beef brands or homemade slicing from prime rib. This sandwich works well for a filling meal and can be prepared ahead by keeping components separate to maintain freshness and texture.
Preparation tips include slicing the roast beef thinly for ease of eating and to maximize flavor distribution. This sandwich pairs well with simple sides such as chips or a light salad and is a versatile option for home cooks wanting a classic roast beef sandwich with room for ingredient substitutions based on preference.
Ingredients
- 4 kaiser buns sliced in half widthwise
- 1 cup arugula leaves
- 4 lices cheddar cheese aged
- ½ cup horseradish sauce creamy
- 1 pound roast beef thinly sliced
- ½ cup microgreens
- 4 radish thinly sliced
- ½ red onion peeled, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato thinly sliced
Instructions
- If you are slicing the roast beef yourself, you can do so using a very sharp knife, a mandolin, or a meat slicer. I prefer the roast beef to be thinly sliced for this sandwich.
- Start by adding your lettuce to the bottom bun.
- Next, place on your cheese and then the sauce. The lettuce and cheese will help protect the bottom bun from getting too soggy from the sauce.
- Stack on the sliced roast beef.
- Add an optional micro greens. You can use any breed of micro greens.
- Place on the sliced radishes and onions.
- Lastly, place on the sliced tomatoes and then the top bun. Serve.
Notes
- Prepare ingredients separately up to 2 days ahead to keep freshness and prevent sogginess.
- Store sandwich components like toppings, bread, and sauces covered in the refrigerator for up to one week but do not freeze.
- Cheese options include blue, asiago, gouda, fontina, or Swiss; cheese can be omitted if preferred.
- Consider slicing roast beef thinly yourself for better texture, especially if using smoked prime rib.
- Onion types can be substituted with white or sweet onions according to taste.
- Tomato varieties like Roma may replace heirlooms without altering the sandwich's character.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 354 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 354kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 2161mg | 90% |
| Potassium | 581mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 553IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 66mg | 73% |
| Calcium | 533mg | 53% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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