Description
This Cajun Roast Beef Po Boy features tender, slow-cooked beef roast seasoned with bold Cajun spices, served on toasted hoagie buns with fresh lettuce, tomato, and pickles. The beef is cooked to perfection in a flavorful broth and Worcestershire sauce base, then shredded and mixed with a rich gravy for a hearty, comforting sandwich ideal for any meal.
Ingredients
Roast Beef:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 (2-3 pound) beef roast (such as chuck, eye of round, etc.)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 onion, sliced or diced
- 1-2 cups beef broth (use 1 cup for slow cooker, 2 cups for stovetop/oven)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Gravy Thickener:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Sandwich Assembly:
- 6 (12 inch) hoagies/buns
- 6 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 cups lettuce, shredded
- 2 large tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pickles, sliced
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat the oil in a large oven-safe pan over medium-high heat. Season the beef roast with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, then sear it in the pan, browning all sides to lock in flavor.
- Add Aromatics and Liquids: Add sliced or diced onions to the pan, then pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and remaining tablespoon of Cajun seasoning.
- Cook the Beef: Choose one cooking method: (1) On stovetop, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 2-4 hours until beef is tender and falls apart; or (2) Transfer the covered pan to a preheated oven at 275°F (140°C) and roast for 2-4 hours; or (3) Transfer all ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 4-6 hours until beef is very tender.
- Shred the Beef: Remove beef from liquid and shred it finely using two forks.
- Make Gravy: Bring the cooking liquids to a boil on the stovetop. Mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then slowly whisk it into the boiling broth. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes until gravy thickens.
- Combine Beef and Gravy: Stir the shredded beef back into the thickened gravy to coat thoroughly.
- Assemble Po Boys: Slice hoagies lengthwise and spread mayonnaise on both sides. Layer with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, and generous portions of the Cajun roast beef mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For slow cooker method, you can skip browning the beef and place all ingredients directly into the slow cooker.
- Use 1 cup beef broth for slow cooker; 2 cups for stovetop or oven method.
- Optionally add 1 tablespoon soy sauce to the slow cooker along with Worcestershire sauce for deeper flavor.
- Add hot sauce to the assembled po boys for extra heat.
- Ensure Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free if needed for dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
