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Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
Barbecue Sauce
Toppings
Method
Steak Preparation
- 1
Season the Steak
In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture all over the beef strip steak.
- 2
- 3
Slice the Steak
After resting, slice the steak thinly against the grain.
Barbecue Sauce Preparation
- 4
Combine Sauce Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked liquid aminos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Simmer Sauce
Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 6
Blend Sauce (Optional)
For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
Assembly
- 7
Prepare the Buns
Lightly toast the buns in a toaster or on a grill.
- 8
Assemble the Sandwich
On the bottom half of each bun, layer the sliced steak, drizzle with barbecue sauce, and top with pickled jalapeños, coleslaw, and sliced pickles.
- 9
Serve
Place the top half of the bun on the sandwich and serve immediately.
