If you’ve ever craved that soft, savory roast beef sandwich from the drive-thru — but wanted to skip the mystery meat and overly salty sauces — this one’s for you.

This Homemade Arby’s Roast Beef Sandwich delivers all the comforting flavor of the original with clean, simple ingredients.
Tender shaved beef, melty cheese, a toasted bun, and that signature tangy sauce — but made fresh in your own kitchen in just 15 minutes.

It’s fast, filling, and perfect for a fun weeknight dinner or nostalgic weekend lunch.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shaved roast beef (ask the deli counter for thin-sliced, nitrate-free beef)

• 4 whole wheat or sprouted sandwich buns

• 4 slices Swiss or provolone cheese

• 1 tbsp avocado oil or butter

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the clean “Arby’s-style” sauce:

• ¼ cup ketchup (no sugar added)

• 1 tbsp horseradish (prepared, not cream-style)

• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• Dash of salt

Instructions:

1. Make the sauce
   In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, horseradish, vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

2. Warm the beef
   Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add shaved beef and a splash of water or broth. Cover and steam for 2–3 minutes until heated through. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

3. Toast the buns
   Spread a little avocado oil or butter on the buns and toast cut-side down in a skillet until golden.

4. Assemble the sandwiches
   Layer warm roast beef on the bottom bun, top with a slice of cheese, then drizzle with the homemade sauce. Add the top bun and press gently.

5. Serve warm
   Serve with sweet potato fries, a simple green salad, or roasted veggies.

Sarah’s Tips:

• Make it dairy-free: Skip the cheese or use your favorite plant-based option.

• Need gluten-free? Swap in a GF bun or lettuce wrap.

• Make it a melt: Toast assembled sandwiches in a pan or panini press for a few extra minutes.

• Meal prep tip: Keep beef and sauce separate until ready to serve for the best texture.

Flavorful Conclusion:

This Homemade Arby’s Roast Beef Sandwich is everything you love about the original — warm, savory, comforting — but made with real ingredients and zero guilt. It’s quick enough for a weeknight and nostalgic enough to satisfy that fast food craving, the clean way.

Nutrition (per sandwich, serves 4):

• Calories: 420

• Protein: 33g

• Carbs: 26g

• Fat: 21g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 4g