How to Make the Ultimate Steak Sandwich

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READY IN 35 mins

Chef John's Ultimate Steak Sandwich

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"In this non-traditional steak sandwich, the steak is cut into thick strips, so we're able to get a nice sear on the outside without having to worry about the inside overcooking." — Chef John

Directions

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
Cut steak into 6 thick strips. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Grill mushrooms for 5-6 minutes over medium-high heat until they begin to wilt. Remove the stem end to separate the mushrooms.
Stir mushrooms in a bowl with salt and pepper, sherry vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil. Set aside.
Grill steaks for 3-4 minutes per side over medium-high heat, until medium rare or to desired doneness. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Let rest for 5 minutes.
Whisk together barbeque sauce, cider vinegar and vegetable oil. Set aside.
Serve grilled steaks on hot dog buns with mayonnaise, arugula, cherry tomatoes, grilled mushrooms, and barbeque sauce mixture.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 20 mins
READY IN 35 mins

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Aug 23, 2012

This is the BEST steak sandwich I have ever had in my long life. Amazing! I did have to change it up due to my inability to get some of the ingredients. I had to use small crimini mushrooms because I couldn't find the other. I had to use romaine and a little rocket because I couldn't find any decent arugula today either. I could not find flat iron so I used my much prized prime NY strips well trimmed instead. Now don't go crazy on me folks because I made do with what I had. Loved the sauce and the mushrooms and everything else about this. This is fabulous! Sparky said he wants to have it weekly. Thanks for sharing Chef John!

—mauigirl.. Intermediate not a

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Feb 08, 2013

this one, will just o.k. sorry!

—grpa

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4 Ratings

Feb 08, 2013

Great steak. I didn't quite get the steak cooked enough for it to be really tender but that's hardly the fault of the recipe. The mushrooms were a hit with my non mushroom eating wife.

—Norm66

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Nutrition

Calories
635 kcal
32%

Carbohydrates
27.2 g
9%

Cholesterol
105 mg
35%

Fat
42.4 g
65%

Fiber
1.6 g
7%

Protein
34.4 g
69%

Sodium
644 mg
26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Chef John's Ultimate Steak Sandwich

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 635
Calories from Fat: 381

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42.4g 65 %
Saturated Fat 10.3g 51 %
Cholesterol 105mg 35 %
Sodium 644mg 26 %
** Potassium 249mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 27.2g 9 %
Dietary Fiber 1.6g 7 %
Protein 34.4g 69 %
** Sugars 5.6g
** Vitamin A 6 %
** Vitamin C 10 %
** Calcium 9 %
** Iron 18 %
** Thiamin 25 %
** Niacin 34 %
** Vitamin B6 13 %
** Magnesium 6 %
** Folate 34 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.