Thin roast beef and savoury gravy packed into an Italian roll with sweet peppers or hot giardiniera.
Chicago Italian Beef is thin roast beef and savoury gravy packed into an Italian roll with sweet peppers or hot giardiniera.
Make Chicago Italian Beef when you want a recognisable sandwich with a strong sense of place and a clear balance of bread, filling, moisture, acidity and texture.
lunch, casual dinner, street-food night, weekend cooking and global sandwich tasting menus
Heat the gravy until steaming and adjust the seasoning.
Dip the sliced beef in the hot gravy only long enough to warm through.
Split the rolls and add cheese if using.
Pile in beef, sweet peppers and giardiniera.
Spoon over extra gravy for a juicy sandwich, or briefly dip the closed roll for the classic wet style.
Store prepared fillings separately in the refrigerator and assemble as close to serving as possible.
Prepare sauces, pickles and cooked fillings ahead where practical; refresh, reheat or toast just before assembly.
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