Teriyaki Pulled Beef Sandwiches

This teriyaki pulled beef is SO tasty, and it’s even better on a sandwich with a broccoli slaw! The flavors of the savory meat match so well with the vibrant and spicy slaw. I love cooking in new places and I went camping a few weeks ago and made these pulled beef sandwiches. I made a video you can watch here, but when I came home I changed the recipe a bit and that is what you can see below.

The inspiration for this sandwich

I was thinking about the flavors in Chinese beef and broccoli when I was coming up with this idea, but instead of that sauce, I switched it to teriyaki. Then, instead of cooking the broccoli, I put it on top as a slaw! The idea was putting the beef and broccoli ingredients into sandwich form, and the slaw just made sense. Like a pulled pork sandwich!

Start the teriyaki pulled beef

I like making this in a slow cooker but you could also do it in the oven in a braiser or dutch oven. Sear the meat first, then add all the ingredients. Onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and beer! There is a bunch more in there too, and you can check it out in the recipe below. I know what you are thinking, beer in teriyaki? Well, all the other ingredients are pretty strong flavored, so I needed something light but I didn’t want to add water. The beer was just the thing to make the pulled beef teriyaki perfect on the sandwich!

Make the broccoli slaw

Shred the broccoli stems, and cut the tops very finely. There is also hot peppers and cabbage in the mix.

Add it all to the bowl first, then add the sauces.

The slaw comes out so fresh and tasty!

Finish the teriyaki pulled beef

When the meat is falling apart, it’s done! If it is looking too wet, you can take the lid off when it finishes cooking. If it is too dry you can add a little water. When it is done, remove from the heat and add in the sesame oil.

Build the teriyaki pulled beef sandwiches

Start with the bottom bun, then add the meat, then the slaw, and then the top bun!

These teriyaki pulled beef sandwiches are amazing! The crunchy slaw goes so well with the tender beef and it all tastes so great on a soft and buttery bun!

Twists on teriyaki pulled beef sandwiches

You could do a little more of a “normal” coleslaw if you want, or use your favorite recipe. Or buy it if you want!

This is definitely an americanized take on teriyaki, but if you want a more traditional version, grab this recipe.

For more Teriyaki goodness, check out my teriyaki ravioli, teriyaki noodles, or these amazing squid ink teriyaki wings!