Salt beef club with Cajun fries

Method 1

Ingredients

1 big potato

cut into thin chips

2 tsp olive oil

½ tsp Cajun seasoning

1 heaped tbsp mayonnaise

1 tsp chopped chive

1 tsp Dijon mustard

3 slices white or brown bread

lightly toasted

2 radishes

thinly sliced

1 baby or ½ avocado

sliced

2 slices salt beef

couple Little Gem lettuce

leaves

step 1

Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Place the chips on a non-stick baking tray, toss with oil and Cajun seasoning, then spread out in a single layer. Pop in the oven and bake, turning once, for 20-25 mins or until golden and crisp. Season.

step 2

Meanwhile, mix the mayonnaise, chives and mustard in a small bowl and season. Spread the mix onto 2 of the slices of bread. Layer 1 spread slice with radishes and avocado. Place the other slice, spread-side up, on top and add the salt beef and lettuce. Top with the final slice.

step 3

Cut up and secure with cocktail sticks if you like, then serve alongside the fries.

Method 2

🥪 Salt Beef Club Sandwich Recipe

🧂 Ingredients (for 2 sandwiches):

Salt beef (brisket), sliced – 200g

White or rye bread, toasted – 6 slices

Streaky bacon, cooked crispy – 4 slices

Lettuce – a few leaves (e.g. romaine or iceberg)

Tomato, sliced – 1 large

Pickles, sliced – 2

Dijon mustard – 2 tsp

Mayonnaise – 2 tbsp

Butter – for toasting (optional)

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

Toast the bread until golden brown. Lightly butter if desired.

Mix mayo and Dijon mustard together.

Assemble the first layer:

Bread slice

Spread mustard mayo

Lettuce, tomato slices, and crispy bacon

Second layer:

Add second slice of bread

More mayo/mustard

Pile on salt beef and sliced pickles

Top with final slice of bread.

Press down gently, then cut into halves or quarters.

🍟 Cajun Fries Recipe

🧂 Ingredients:

Potatoes (Russet or Maris Piper) – 3 large

Olive oil or vegetable oil – 2–3 tbsp

Cajun seasoning – 2 tsp (or make your own below)

Salt – to taste

Optional garnish: chopped parsley or grated Parmesan

🌶️ Homemade Cajun Seasoning (optional):

1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

¼ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp thyme

Salt and black pepper to taste

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

Cut potatoes into fries (thin or thick).

Soak in cold water for 30 min (removes excess starch for crispier fries).

Drain, dry thoroughly, then toss with oil and Cajun seasoning.

Oven method:

Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).

Spread fries on a lined baking tray (single layer).

Bake 30–35 mins, flipping halfway.

Or Air fryer:

200°C (390°F) for about 15–18 minutes, shake halfway through.

Sprinkle with salt or extra seasoning before serving.

🧾 Serving Suggestion:

Serve your Salt Beef Club warm with a side of Cajun fries, and maybe a pickle spear or slaw. Add a cold drink (like iced tea or a craft soda), and you've got a deli-style meal at home!

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