Slow Cooker Beef & Garlic Naan Melt (Printable Version)

Tender shredded beef pot roast piled on warm garlic naan with melted cheese and served alongside rich, savory au jus for dipping.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beef & Jus

01 - 3.3 lbs beef chuck roast
02 - 1 large onion, sliced
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 cups beef broth
05 - 1/2 cup dry red wine, optional
06 - 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
07 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
08 - 2 tsp kosher salt
09 - 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1 tsp dried thyme
11 - 1 tsp dried rosemary
12 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Garlic Naan

13 - 6 large garlic naan
14 - 2 tbsp melted butter
15 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
16 - 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Cheese

17 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
18 - 1 cup shredded provolone or Monterey Jack cheese

# Steps:

01 - Season the beef roast with salt and pepper on all sides.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until deeply browned, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
03 - Place sliced onions and minced garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker. Lay the seared beef roast on top.
04 - Pour in beef broth, red wine if using, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Sprinkle with thyme and rosemary.
05 - Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and shreds easily.
06 - Remove beef from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Skim excess fat from the jus, then strain and reserve for dipping.
07 - In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and cilantro. Brush the naan with the garlic butter mixture.
08 - Preheat oven broiler to high or use a large skillet over medium heat.
09 - Pile shredded beef onto half of each naan, top with a generous handful of mozzarella and provolone cheese. Fold naan over to enclose the filling.
10 - Place naan melts on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes, or cook in a skillet, until the cheese is melted and the naan is golden and crisp.
11 - Slice in half and serve immediately with warm jus for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The beef is slow-cooked for eight hours until it effortlessly shreds with a fork.
  • Garlic-buttered naan adds a flavorful, chewy texture that elevates the traditional sandwich.
  • Serving it with a side of rich, strained au jus makes every bite incredibly juicy.
02 -
  • Ensure you skim the fat from the top of the cooking liquid before straining to create a smooth, delicious au jus.
  • Keep an eye on the naan under the broiler; it can go from golden to burnt very quickly.
  • Shred the beef while it is still warm to make the process easier and help it absorb a little extra jus.
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