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The Manhattan Hot Shot Sandwich — sometimes called a Manhattan Hot Shot or Hot Shot Sandwich — is a warm, hearty, comfort-food classic. It typically features roast beef, sliced bread, and mashed potatoes, all smothered in savory brown gravy. Some versions use turkey or pork, but roast beef is the traditional favorite.
🥪 Manhattan Hot Shot Sandwich
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cook Time: 15 minutes (if reheating meat & making gravy)
🍽️ Serves: 2–4
📝 Ingredients:
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8 slices white or Texas toast-style bread (thick-cut)
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1–1½ lbs cooked roast beef (deli-style or leftovers, sliced thin)
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2 cups mashed potatoes (warm)
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2 cups brown gravy (homemade or store-bought)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Optional garnish: fresh parsley
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Warm the beef and gravy:
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Heat roast beef slices in a pan with a little water or broth to keep moist.
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Heat or prepare your brown gravy on the stovetop.
2. Make the mashed potatoes:
If using leftovers, warm them up; or make fresh mashed potatoes if desired.
3. Assemble the sandwich:
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Place two slices of bread on each plate.
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Top with a generous amount of sliced roast beef.
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Place a large scoop of mashed potatoes either on top or in between the slices.
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Cut sandwich diagonally (in half) and separate slightly for presentation.
4. Smother with gravy:
Ladle hot brown gravy over the entire sandwich and mashed potatoes.
5. Serve immediately, hot and comforting.
🍽️ Variations:
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Turkey Hot Shot: Swap roast beef for turkey and use turkey gravy.
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Open-faced style: Use just one slice of bread on the bottom and pile everything on top.
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Add cheese: A slice of provolone or Swiss between the beef and potatoes adds creaminess.
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Use sourdough or rye for more texture or flavor.
Would you like a homemade brown gravy recipe, or a meal-prep version of this sandwich?