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Chicago Style Italian Beef Recipe
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Chicago Style Italian Beef Recipe

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 350kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker or Dutch Oven
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pound beef roast (such as sirloin tip or top round)
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • Italian rolls
  • Sweet peppers or hot giardiniera (optional)

Instructions

  • In a slow cooker or Dutch oven, combine the beef broth, water, oregano, basil, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and red wine vinegar.
  • Add the beef roast to the pot, making sure it is completely submerged in the liquid.
  • Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours, or until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
  • Remove the beef from the liquid and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded beef to the pot and stir to combine with the broth.
  • Serve the beef on crusty Italian rolls with sweet peppers or hot giardiniera.