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Portillo's Italian Beef Recipe

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Portillo's Italian Beef Recipe at Home

Recreate the delicious Portillo's Italian Beef Recipe for a melt-in-your-mouth sandwich experience at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 6 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Beef Roast (top round or sirloin)
  • 2 tablespoons Italian Seasoning or a mix of dried oregano, basil, and garlic powder
  • 2 cups Beef Broth low-sodium recommended
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce store-bought or homemade
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers any color, optional
  • 1 large Onion sliced thinly
For Serving
  • 6 rolls Sandwich Rolls Italian or hoagie rolls

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large skillet
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the beef roast generously with Italian seasoning. Sear the roast in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4 minutes per side until browned.
  2. Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker, add beef broth halfway covering the meat, and sprinkle additional Italian seasoning. Add sliced bell peppers and onions.
  3. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until the beef is fork-tender. Shred the meat and return it to the slow cooker, mixing with the broth.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice sandwich rolls and toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
  5. Assemble the sandwiches by piling shredded beef on the toasted rolls, drizzle with barbecue sauce, and top with sautéed peppers and onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the beef to rest for 10 minutes before shredding. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness at 190°F. Adjust barbecue sauce to your taste.

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