Homemade Meatloaf Sandwich Recipe – Cheesy Garlic BBQ Style
A rich and satisfying meatloaf sandwich layered with smoky BBQ glaze, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy onion straws. Perfect for a hearty meal.
Equipment
- oven
- baking dish
- skillet
- mixing bowl
- frying pan
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 0.25 cup barbecue sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
BBQ Glaze
- 0.75 cup barbecue sauce
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
Onion Straws
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 0.75 cup milk
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Sandwich Assembly
- 4 to 5 units sandwich rolls
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- Mix beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, BBQ sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Shape into a loaf and bake for 50 to 55 minutes.
- Simmer BBQ sauce, water, and paprika for glaze.
- Soak onions in milk, coat in seasoned flour, and fry until crisp.
- Slice meatloaf and coat with glaze in a skillet.
- Top with cheddar cheese and melt.
- Assemble sandwiches with meatloaf and onion straws.
Notes
Do not overmix the meat to keep it tender. Fry onions in batches for best crispiness. Serve immediately for best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
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