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French dip sandwich
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 184 kcal —
- Protein 13 g 26%
- Carbohydrate 23 g 8%
- Fat 3.5 g 4%
- Saturated fat 1 g 5%
- Fibre 1.1 g 4%
- Sugars 2.8 g —
- Sodium 631 mg 27%
- Cholesterol 23 mg 8%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 1 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.33 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 0.8 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.27 mg 22%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.22 mg 17%
- Niacin (B3) 4.9 mg 31%
- Vitamin B6 0.26 mg 15%
- Folate (B9) 57 µg 14%
- Vitamin B12 0.94 µg 39%
- Choline 27.5 mg 5%
Minerals
- Calcium 106 mg 8%
- Iron 2.6 mg 14%
- Magnesium 23 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 167 mg 13%
- Potassium 357 mg 8%
- Zinc 1.9 mg 17%
- Copper 0.1 mg 11%
- Selenium 18.2 µg 33%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 184 | 13 g | 23 g | 3.5 g |
| 1 × 1 sandwich, any size | 185 g | 340 | 25 g | 43 g | 6.4 g |
| 2 × 1 sandwich, any size | 370 g | 681 | 49 g | 87 g | 13 g |
| ½ × 1 sandwich, any size | 92.5 g | 170 | 12 g | 22 g | 3.2 g |
| 3 × 1 sandwich, any size | 555 g | 1021 | 73 g | 130 g | 19 g |
| 4 × 1 sandwich, any size | 740 g | 1362 | 98 g | 173 g | 26 g |
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Questions about French dip sandwich
What is a French dip sandwich?
It is a sandwich of thinly sliced roast beef in a soft roll, served with a small bowl of warm beef jus for dipping. Despite the name, it is an American sandwich, not a French dish.
How do you stop a French dip sandwich from going soggy?
Keep the jus in a separate bowl and dip each bite rather than pouring it over the roll. Use a sturdy, lightly toasted roll; a soft roll can still work if you dip it briefly.
How do you make jus for a French dip sandwich?
Warm beef drippings with beef stock, scraping up any browned bits, then simmer for about 10 minutes to concentrate the flavour. Strain it if you want a smooth dipping broth; it should be hot, not boiling, when served.
Can you make French dip sandwiches ahead of time?
Keep the sliced beef, rolls and jus separate in the fridge, then warm the beef gently in the jus just before serving. Assemble at the last moment so the bread does not absorb the broth.
What goes well with a French dip sandwich?
Serve it with the jus and a crisp side such as a green salad, coleslaw or crisps. Provolone or Swiss cheese is a popular addition, though the classic version can be simply beef and bread.
Can you freeze a French dip sandwich?
Freeze the cooked beef and jus separately in airtight containers, but leave the roll out; bread tends to become damp and soft after thawing. Defrost in the fridge and reheat the beef in the jus until steaming hot.
How filling is a French dip sandwich?
A typical sandwich weighs about 185 g and provides 184 kcal. The beef and roll make it a substantial meal, especially when served with a side.
Source: FNDDS (USDA) 27513070 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
