Beef on Weck Sandwich with Horseradish Cream
Thinly sliced roast beef piled high on a kummelweck roll with a tangy horseradish cream sauce and au jus for dipping. This american-inspired beef ready in about 15 minutes pairs rolls kummelweck rolls, beef broth, prepared horseradish for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 rolls kummelweck rolls
- 1 pound, thinly sliced top round roast beef
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup prepared horseradish
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp caraway seeds
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Warm 2 cups of beef broth in a small saucepan over low heat until hot but not boiling.
- Step 2: Mix 1/4 cup prepared horseradish with 1/4 cup mayonnaise until smooth to make horseradish cream.
- Step 3: Split 4 kummelweck rolls horizontally and sprinkle the tops with 2 teaspoons caraway seeds and 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt.
- Step 4: Layer 1 pound thinly sliced top round roast beef evenly on the bottom halves of the rolls.
- Step 5: Spoon some warm beef broth over the meat to moisten, then spread horseradish cream on the tops of the rolls.
- Step 6: Close sandwiches and serve immediately with extra beef broth on the side for dipping.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beef on Weck Sandwich with Horseradish Cream take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (10 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Beef on Weck Sandwich with Horseradish Cream?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rolls kummelweck rolls from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beef on Weck Sandwich with Horseradish Cream?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Beef on Weck Sandwich with Horseradish Cream for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Beef on Weck Sandwich with Horseradish Cream?
American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
