The French dip sandwich originated in Los Angeles in the early 1900s. Two rival restaurants, Philippe’s and Cole’s, both claim to have invented it. The story goes that a customer at Philippe’s requested his sandwich to be dipped in beef juices to soften the bread. This became a popular item on the menu and was named the French dip sandwich. Over the years, the sandwich has become a staple in American cuisine and has been adapted in various ways, including this air fryer version.
Air Fryer French Dip Sandwiches
Course: MainCuisine: American10
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minutesA delicious twist on the classic French dip sandwich, made in the air fryer for a healthier and easier version. Tender roast beef, melted cheese, and onions are sandwiched between toasted rolls and served with a flavorful dipping sauce.
Ingredients
1 lb deli roast beef
4 soft rolls
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 small onion, sliced
4 slices provolone cheese
Directions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Slice the roast beef into thin strips.
- Cut the rolls in half and place them in the air fryer for 2 minutes to lightly toast.
- In a small bowl, mix together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Dip the strips of roast beef into the broth mixture, making sure they are fully coated.
- Place the coated beef strips in the air fryer and cook for 5 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the beef is cooking, place the sliced onions in the air fryer for 2 minutes to lightly cook.
- Once the beef is done, remove it from the air fryer and place it on the bottom half of the toasted rolls.
- Top the beef with the cooked onions and a slice of provolone cheese.
- Place the sandwiches back in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Serve the French dip sandwiches with the remaining broth mixture on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure to preheat the air fryer before beginning the recipe.
- You can use any type of roast beef, but thinly sliced deli roast beef works best for this recipe.
- For a crispier roll, you can toast them for an extra minute before adding the beef.
- You can also add some sliced bell peppers or mushrooms to the air fryer for extra flavor and texture.
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