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Pulled Beef Sandwich

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This Pulled Beef Sandwich is slow-cooked to tender perfection in a rich barbecue-style sauce, then shredded and piled high on sandwich buns for the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for potlucks, game days, or easy weeknight dinners, this flavorful, juicy pulled beef recipe is a crowd-pleaser every time.

Ingredients

  • 3–4 lb chuck roast
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp liquid smoke (optional)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Sandwich buns (about 8)
  • Optional toppings: sliced onions, dill pickles, pickled jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef: Cut the chuck roast in half and place in a slow cooker. (Optional: Brown in a hot skillet for extra flavor.)
  2. Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, liquid smoke, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook low and slow: Pour sauce over the beef, cover, and cook on low for 8–10 hours until the meat is fall-apart tender.
  4. Shred: Remove beef, let it cool slightly, skim fat from sauce, and shred using two forks.
  5. Combine and heat: Return shredded beef to slow cooker, mix with sauce, and cook on low for 15 more minutes.
  6. Assemble: Spoon about ½ cup of beef onto each toasted sandwich bun. Top with onions, pickles, or jalapeños if desired.

Notes

  • Use brisket or short ribs for a different texture.
  • Add hot sauce or red pepper flakes for extra heat.
  • Swap sandwich buns for slider rolls for parties.
  • Replace brown sugar with honey for lighter sweetness.
  • Toast buns to prevent sogginess.
  • Store leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for later.

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