Shredded Beef Sandwiches Recipe
American · Main course · 255 min total
Tender, slow-cooked shredded beef piled high on toasted buns with a tangy, savory sauce—perfect for a hearty meal.
15
min prep
240
min cook
6
servings
550
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 soft sandwich buns
- Butter, for toasting buns
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from beef chuck and cut into large chunks. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add sliced onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in beef broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Return beef to the pot. Cover and transfer to a preheated 300°F oven. Cook for 3-4 hours, until beef is fork-tender.
- Remove beef from pot and shred using two forks. Return shredded beef to the sauce and stir to coat.
- Butter the cut sides of the buns and toast on a griddle or in a skillet until golden.
- Pile shredded beef onto the bottom buns, spoon some sauce over, and top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately.
Tips
- Leftover shredded beef can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To freeze, place cooled shredded beef in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently.
- Add pickled jalapeños or coleslaw for extra crunch and flavor.
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