New York Chopped Cheese Sandwich (Printer-Friendly)
Juicy beef with melting cheese and crisp toppings in a hero roll—this NYC sandwich defines local street food flavor.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Main Components
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef, 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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8 slices American cheese
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4 hoagie rolls, split
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon seasoned salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Condiments & Toppings
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4 tablespoons mayonnaise
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4 tablespoons ketchup
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1 medium tomato, sliced
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1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon neutral oil for sautéing
# Steps to Prepare:
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1/2 teaspoon neutral oil. Sauté diced onion for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
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Add ground beef to the skillet with the onions. Break apart with a spatula and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, chopping and stirring frequently.
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Sprinkle seasoned salt, black pepper, and garlic powder evenly across the beef mixture. Continue to cook until beef develops a crispy, browned texture.
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Spread American cheese slices evenly atop the hot chopped beef. Allow cheese to melt, then use a spatula to mix the cheese thoroughly into the meat.
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Butter the interior of each hoagie roll with unsalted butter. Toast cut-side down in a clean skillet over medium heat until golden.
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Spoon chopped beef and cheese mixture into each toasted roll. Top with tomato slices, shredded lettuce, mayonnaise, and ketchup as desired.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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For optimal juiciness, use an 80/20 ground beef blend and avoid overcooking. Chop the beef thoroughly on the grill to achieve the signature chopped cheese texture.
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Prepare the seasoned beef up to two days in advance and refrigerate for convenient assembly.