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Plates of sandwiches with roast beef, greens, and onions on soft buns, served on a rustic surface with a cup of brown dipping sauce nearby.
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Steak Sandwich French Dip Sliders

Our game day menu just got a major upgrade with these steak sandwich sliders – piled high with perfectly-cooked tender steak, caramelized onions, fresh arugula + creamy horseradish mayo, served with an incredible homemade au jus for dipping.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Appetizers
Keyword: french dip sliders, steak sandwiches, steak sliders
Servings: 12 sliders
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

For the sandwiches:

  • 4 Certified Angus Beef® strip steaks 2.5 - 3 pounds total
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil for stovetop cooking only
  • 12 slider rolls
  • fresh arugula
  • Horseradish mayo or horseradish sauce

For the onions:

  • 3 large sweet onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • salt to taste

For the au jus:

  • 4 tablespoons dairy free butter
  • 1/2 onion cut into chunks
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled and smashed
  • 1/4 cup red wine
  • 3 cups beef stock
  • 1 tablespoon beef bouillon
  • 4 sage leaves
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions

  • Caramelize the onions. Heat a large Dutch oven or stockpot to medium. Add the olive oil, onions, a pinch of salt, and a sprinkle of sugar (optional, for deeper caramelization). Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are golden and soft—this should take about 20 minutes. Remove the onions from the pan, leaving about 1/2 cup for the au jus. Set the rest aside for sandwiches.
  • Make the au jus. Add butter and let it melt. Then add garlic and onion, allowing the butter to melt. Next, add the red wine, 2 cups beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, and bouillon. Stir to combine. Then, submerge the herbs. Bring the au jus to a simmer and allow it to cook for about 30 minutes or until it has reduced slightly. Season with salt & pepper, to taste and strain the au jus using a fine mesh strainer. Transfer to a serving dish or a small slow cooker to keep warm
  • To grill the strip steak. Liberally season the steak with salt & pepper. Heat a grill to medium-high (about 450-500˚F). Add the steaks to the grill and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches desired temperature (130˚F for medium-rare). Remove the steak from the grill and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  • To pan sear the strip steak. Liberally season the steak with salt & pepper. Heat a large cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan and allow it to heat through. Add the steaks and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches your desired temperature (130˚F for medium-rare). Transfer the steak to a cutting board. Allow it to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  • Assemble the sandwiches. While the steak rests, reheat your onions in the cast iron skillet over low, if needed. Thinly slice the steak, against the grain for ideal tenderness. Place a portion of steak on each bun, topped with caramelized onion, arugula and a thin layer of horseradish mayo. Serve with au jus dipping sauce.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 26g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 251mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin C: 6mg