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Chopped Cheese – A Cozy Kitchen

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The famous chopped cheese (also known as chopped cheese) is the best bodega sandwich in New York. The seasoned ground beef is placed on the hot griddle with onion and cheese. In the form of a soft bun and covered with ketchup, lettuce and tomato. The ultimate sandwich!

I am a sandwich lover. A few years ago I did a series of sandwiches and it was my all-time performance content. I made everything from the BEST BLT to the Grinder sandwich and of course a chopped cheese. It was a new sandwich for me. And it was absolutely delicious.

Where does chopped cheese originate from?

The chopped cheese is from New York. Its exact origin in the city is up for debate. Most say he’s from Harlem. Some say it’s from Spanish Harlem. Others will say he’s from the Bronx. Everyone can agree it’s the best sandwich in New York.

What is chopped cheese?

A chopped cheese is like a burger on a hero bun. This is usually a preformed burger, coated in marinade and sautéed with onions. It is cut into pieces and covered with American cheese. When the cheese is melted, it is placed on a bun (hero or kaiser) that is covered with a little mayonnaise and ketchup. It is then topped with shredded lettuce and tomato slices.

Ingredients to make chopped cheese

Ground meat. I like to buy pre-formed burgers for this; It’s traditional.
Dressing. You need this seasoning condiment to achieve an authentic atmosphere.
Onions. The meat is sautéed with a handful of onions.
American cheese. You can also use cheddar cheese. But I like the meltability of American cheese.
Lettuce. Let’s go with iceberg for the crunch.
Tomatoes. We want them on the slimmer side.

For the rest of the ingredients, see the recipe sheet below.

Lettuce, tomato and onion on a cutting board.

Recipe Tips

Bread options. The other type of bread commonly used is the Kaiser roll. Feel free to change it!
Meat options. Feel free to swap out ground chicken, ground turkey, or vegan beef for different varieties of meat.
Cheese options. American cheese is authentic in this sandwich, but if you want more flavor, use a medium or sharp cheddar.

Recipe FAQs

What is the difference between a Philly Cheesesteak and a chopped cheese?

Mmm… everything. A Philly cheesesteak is shredded beef (similar to a French dip sandwich) cooked with provolone cheese (and sometimes onion and mushrooms). A chopped cheese is almost like a deconstructed hamburger.

Who invented chopped cheese?

Many say that Hajji’s Deli (also known as Blue Sky Deli) invented the chopped cheese sandwich.

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To cook the filling:

Place a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Start by heating the bread. I like to cut it in half and place it cut side down in the hot pan. You don’t want it toasted, just warmed. Repeat this with the roll.
We pour the oil and when it is hot we add the onion and a pinch of salt. When slightly soft, add the beef patties and sprinkle with Adobo seasoning. Start “chopping” it with a spatula. You want it to be in pieces of ground beef.
When the meat is cooked, add slices of American cheese. Mix everything until melted.

To assemble the sandwich:

To the buns, add a little mayonnaise. And then add some ketchup. Divide the meat and cheese mixture between the two buns. Top with the thin slices of tomato and a few handfuls of iceberg lettuce. Cut in half and enjoy.

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