This Might Be The Most Underrated Sandwich In America

By Chef Billy Parisi · 20 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Heat the oil on a griddle or large cast iron skillet over medium heat, about 350°F (175°C).
2. Add the diced onion, season lightly with salt, and cook, stirring now and then, for about 20 minutes until deeply browned. Set aside.
3. Spread the ground beef into small mounds on a parchment-lined sheet tray or platter.
4. On the griddle, spread half the beef out and press it flat with two spatulas.
5. Immediately season the beef evenly with the adobo and sazón. Substitute: 2 teaspoons salt and ½ teaspoon ground pepper.
6. Let the beef stand 2 to 3 minutes, then chop it into smaller pieces.
7. Mix in half the caramelized onions, then lay half the American cheese over the beef.
8. When the cheese starts to melt, chop it in until fully combined. Move the cheesy beef to a plate and repeat with the other half of the beef (both halves can be cooked at once on a very large griddle).
9. Brush 2 teaspoons of mayonnaise on each cut side of the buns. Place them cut-side down on the griddle and toast 2 to 3 minutes until golden.
10. Remove the buns and spread the remaining mayonnaise and ketchup on them.
11. Spoon the cheesy beef onto the bottom bun, then layer with tomato slices and shredded lettuce.
12. Fold the bun closed, wrap in foil, rest 1 to 2 minutes, then slice.

Summarized from Chef Billy Parisi's video. Watch it for the details.

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