A roast beef sandwich is pretty healthy when you eat it with lean roast beef and whole wheat bread and healthy toppings.
Roast beef is a good source of protein and can also be relatively low in fat and calories although deli roast beef sandwiches and deli roast beef meat can be high in sodium and is a processed meat.
The protein in roast beef is important for repairing and building muscle tissue and can help keep you feeling full.
Roast beef is also a great source of iron which is crucial for carrying oxygen through the body.
And the vitamin B12 in roast beef is also good and important for production of red blood cells and neurological function.
Eating the lower sodium variety of roast beef and roast beef sandwiches is the healthier option.
Things that goes well on a roast beef sandwich are bell peppers, Jalapeno peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, banana peppers, sprouts, lettuce, mustard, mayo, cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, horseradish, mustard, a splash of au jus, onions and aioli.
The best condiment for roast beef sandwich is horseradish sauce due to it's tangy, spicy kick that complements the richness of the roast beef.
Other good condiments for roast beef sandwiches are Mayonnaise, Aioli, A1 steak sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
The bread that goes with roast beef sandwiches is sourdough bread, hoagie roll, French bread and Ciabatta bread.
Regular sandwich buns or baguette bread can also be used depending on your preference for texture.
The cheese that goes best on a roast beef sandwich is sharp cheddar cheese.
Sharp cheddar cheese has a bold flavor which complements the richness of the roast beef.
Other good cheese options for a roast beef sandwich are Swiss cheese, blue cheese and Provolone cheese.
Swiss cheese is good for it's nutty taste and Provolone cheese has a good melty texture.
A classic roast beef sandwich is a sandwich that consists of thinly sliced roast beef that is placed between two pieces of bread.
The roast beef can also be served with a variety of toppings and sauces.
Roast beef sandwiches are often made with sesame bread and can contain cheese, sauces, pickled vegetables, cheddar cheese and may be served with Horsey sauce, horseradish cream etc.
Roast beef sandwiches also pair well with sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed sweet potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and scalloped potatoes.
The kind of meat that is a roast beef sandwich is often top round or eye of round beef that is cooked and then sliced cold for the roast beef sandwich.
The top round or eye of round cut of meat provides a good balance of flavor and texture when sliced thin for cold sandwiches such as the roast beef sandwich.
A top loin roast is also good for a roast beef sandwich as it has plenty of brawny flavor and all of the fat is on the surface of the meat which can be easily trimmed off after the meat has been cooked.
However for a more cheaper cuts of meat you can use top or eye round or bottom instead for the roast beef sandwich.
The cut of meat that is best for roast beef is ribeye roast and top sirloin.
Ribeye roast and top sirloin are the best cuts of meat for roast beef as they offer a great balance of flavor and tenderness along with adequate marbling.
Other good cuts of meat for roast beef are eye of round, rump roast and top round or even tenderloin roast.
These cuts of meats are often cheaper than the top sirloin and ribeye roast.
For better flavor of the roast beef look for some degree of marbling "fat streaks" in the meat which provides better tenderness and flavor.
If you prefer a leaner roast beef you should consider using top round or eye of round meat although they can require slower cooking to prevent dryness.
More tender cuts of meat such as tenderloin can be cooked faster and tougher cuts of meat like round roast require longer cooking times with low heat.
The most popular cuts of meat for roast beef include.
Rump Cap.
Eye Fillet Butt.
Bolar Blade Roast.
Whole Sirloin or Striploin.
Topside.
Rump Roast.
Prime Rib Roast.