How to Make Beef on Weck - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef on Weck is a classic sandwich that hails from Western New York. This savory and hearty sandwich consists of thinly sliced roast beef piled high on a kummelweck roll and topped with kosher salt and caraway seeds. It is typically served with a side of horseradish and au jus for dipping, making it a perfect comfort food option for any occasion.

The origin of Beef on Weck can be traced back to the German immigrants who settled in the Buffalo, New York area in the mid-19th century. Th...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups prepared au jus sauce
  • 2 pounds thinly sliced roast beef
  • 6 Kaiser rolls, split
  • 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons caraway seeds
  • ¼ cup prepared horseradish

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 sandwiches

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Place rolls onto a baking sheet with the cut sides down. Brush roll tops lightly with water, then sprinkle salt and caraway seeds over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, about 10 minutes.
  • While the rolls are toasting, warm au jus sauce in a saucepan over medium heat, 3 to 5 minutes. Add roast beef and cook until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove rolls from the oven and transfer to serving plates. Top with warm beef and au jus sauce. Serve horseradish on the side.
  • Nutrition

    315 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 73mg
    • Sodium: 2479mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 668mg