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Saint Paddy's Day Irish Deli Sandwich

Saint Paddy's Day Irish Deli Sandwich stacks thin-sliced corned beef on toasted sourdough with a tangy, peppery mustard and balsamic–kissed cabbage slaw. The briny beef, gentle crunch of cabbage, and warm toast create a balanced bite that’s hearty yet bright. Serve for a festive lunch or an easy dinner around St. Patrick’s Day or any time you crave a classic pub-style sandwich.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook2 hrs 30 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Saint Paddy's Day Irish Deli Sandwich
  1. 1

    Place the corned beef in a large pot or Dutch oven and cover it with water.

  2. 2

    Add the spice packet that came with the corned beef.

  3. 3

    Cover the pot and bring it to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Simmer for approximately 50 minutes per pound until tender.

  5. 5

    Remove the meat and let it rest for 15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Slice the meat across the grain.

  7. 7

    Whisk the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl.

  8. 8

    Place the shredded cabbage in a large bowl, pour the dressing over it, and toss to coat the cabbage with the dressing.

  9. 9

    Spread a layer of mustard on 6 slices of toasted bread.

  10. 10

    Place some shredded cabbage and corned beef on each slice and top with the remaining slices of bread.

About This Recipe

Saint Paddy's Day Irish Deli Sandwich is an American dinner recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 2 hrs 50 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Corned Beef, and Green Cabbage. Each serving provides about 733.22 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Saint Paddy's Day Irish Deli Sandwich?
It is an American sandwich recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Saint Paddy's Day Irish Deli Sandwich made of?
The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Corned Beef, Green Cabbage, Olive Oil. The full list of 8 is above.
How long does it take to make Saint Paddy's Day Irish Deli Sandwich?
About 2 hrs 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 30 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 733.22 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Saint Paddy's Day Irish Deli Sandwich easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 10 steps.

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