This recipe transforms a beef chuck roast into tender and flavorful Pepperoncini Italian Beef. It’s a slow-cooked delight that’s perfect for sandwiches.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: Approximately 6-8 hours
Servings: 8 to 10 sandwiches
Ingredients:
- 1 4-lb. beef chuck roast
- 1 8-oz. jar of pepperoncini peppers, drained, juice reserved
- 1 thinly sliced onion
- 2 1-oz. packages of au jus mix
- 8 to 10 split hoagie rolls
Instructions:
- Place the beef chuck roast into a slow cooker and pour the reserved pepperoncini pepper juice over it. Cover and cook on a low setting for 6 to 8 hours until the meat is incredibly tender. Once done, shred the roast with two forks and return it to the slow cooker along with the sliced onions and pepperoncini peppers.
- Mix the au jus mix with a bit of the liquid from the slow cooker until it dissolves. Pour this mixture over the beef. Add water if necessary to ensure the roast is fully covered.
- Cover and cook for another hour. When it’s ready, spoon the flavorful beef onto hoagie rolls and enjoy your Pepperoncini Italian Beef Roast sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 476
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Protein: 44g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1164mg
Keep in mind that the nutritional information offered here is a general approximation and may differ depending on the specific brands of ingredients and portion sizes you choose.
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure the beef roast is submerged in the liquid to keep it tender.
- Adjust the number of pepperoncini peppers based on your spice preference.
- Serve the beef spooned onto hoagie rolls for a delicious sandwich.