Spicy Garlic Italian Beef Sandwiches Recipe

Unleash the flavor explosion of these Spicy Garlic Italian Beef Sandwiches! Tender, slow-cooked beef, infused with spicy pepperoncinis and aromatic garlic, melts in your mouth. Served on toasted garlic bread with gooey provolone, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Easy enough for a weeknight meal, yet impressive enough for a party!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 500 mins
Calories 1152.7 kcal
Protein 148g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Spicy Garlic Italian Beef Sandwiches

  • Chuck Roast
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • Dark Beer
  • Pepperoncini Peppers
  • Pepperoncini Pepper Juice
  • Fresh Garlic Cloves
  • 1 loaf Italian bread, sliced
  • 4 tablespoons softened butter
  • 8-12 slices provolone cheese

How to Make Spicy Garlic Italian Beef Sandwiches

  1. Place a 3-4 pound beef roast in your slow cooker.
  2. Pour in 2 cups of beef broth and 1 cup of beer.
  3. Add 1 cup of pepperoncinis, reserving 1/4 cup of the pepperoncini juice, and 2 cloves of minced garlic.
  4. Cook on high for 1-2 hours.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cook for an additional 6-8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  6. Use two forks to shred the beef once it is easily separable.
  7. While the beef cooks, prepare the garlic bread: Mix 4 tablespoons of softened butter with 1 minced clove of garlic.
  8. Spread the garlic butter on Italian bread slices and top each slice with 1-2 slices of provolone cheese.
  9. Toast the bread until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  10. Serve the shredded beef on the toasted garlic bread, topping with pepperoncinis and a spoonful of the reserved pepperoncini juice.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

116 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

153g

Carbs

12g

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