Description
Pulled Beef French Dip is a hearty American main course featuring slow-cooked, tender shredded beef chuck roast served on toasted hoagie rolls. Paired with a rich and savory au jus made from the cooking broth, this sandwich offers comforting flavors perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Beef and Broth
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Sandwich
- 6 hoagie rolls
- 6 slices provolone cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Season Beef: Generously season the beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper on all sides to enhance flavor.
- Sear Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until it develops a rich brown crust, about 3-4 minutes per side. This locks in juices and adds depth to the flavor.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the seared roast into a slow cooker. Add sliced onion, minced garlic, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf around the roast.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8–9 hours or on high for 4–5 hours until the beef is fork-tender and easily shreds.
- Shred Beef: Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks, discarding any excess fat.
- Coat Beef: Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir it into the cooking liquid to soak up the flavorful au jus.
- Prepare Rolls: Toast the hoagie rolls until lightly browned to help prevent sogginess. If desired, place a slice of provolone cheese on each roll and allow it to melt slightly.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Load the toasted rolls generously with the shredded beef and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve Au Jus: Strain the cooking liquid to remove solids and serve it warm alongside the sandwiches for dipping.
Notes
- Chuck roast is preferred as it becomes tender and shreds easily during slow cooking.
- Toasting the hoagie rolls helps prevent sogginess when adding the juicy beef.
- Leftover beef can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- For a thicker au jus, reduce the strained broth in a saucepan over medium heat until desired consistency is reached.
- You can substitute provolone cheese with Swiss or mozzarella for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
