Dinner

Salt Beef Club with Cajun Fries Recipe

ByCleo Brixton November 24, 2025November 24, 2025

Introduction

This Salt Beef Club with Cajun Fries is a flavorful twist on the classic sandwich. Crispy, seasoned fries accompany layers of salt beef, creamy avocado, and a tangy chive-mustard mayo. It’s a satisfying meal perfect for lunch or a casual dinner.

The image shows three sandwich halves stacked on a carved wooden board, each sandwich layered with soft white bread slices, green lettuce, pink slices of meat, white cheese, green cucumber slices, and thin red radish slices. The bread has a crusty golden texture, and each sandwich is held together with a wooden toothpick. Behind the sandwiches, a white bowl is filled with golden-brown fries with a crunchy texture. A knife with a wooden handle lies next to the sandwiches on the board. The background is a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

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 of Little Gem lettuce leaves

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6. Place the potato chips on a non-stick baking tray, toss them with the olive oil and Cajun seasoning, then spread out in a single layer.
Step 2: Bake the chips in the oven for 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until they are golden and crisp. Season to taste once cooked.
Step 3: While the chips bake, combine the mayonnaise, chopped chives, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: Spread the mayo mix evenly onto two slices of toasted bread. On one spread slice, layer the radish slices and avocado.
Step 5: Place the second spread slice on top, mayo side up, then layer on the salt beef and lettuce leaves.
Step 6: Finish by topping the sandwich with the final slice of bread. Cut into portions and secure with cocktail sticks if desired.
Step 7: Serve the sandwich alongside the hot Cajun fries for a delicious meal.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, lightly toast the bread before assembling the sandwich.
Swap salt beef for pastrami or corned beef for a different flavor.
Add pickles or sliced tomatoes for added freshness and tang.
If you prefer, make the fries sweeter by adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika.

Storage

Store leftover fries in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to retain crispiness. The assembled sandwich is best eaten fresh but can be wrapped tightly and refrigerated for up to one day. Avoid storing with the mayo spread to keep the bread from becoming soggy.

How to Serve

The image shows three triangular sandwich halves on a carved wooden board with a small white bowl filled with crispy brown fries. Each sandwich has three layers: the bottom layer is light green lettuce and sliced cucumber, the middle layer is thin slices of pink deli meat, and the top layer is creamy white spread with lightly toasted brown bread slices on top and bottom. A single green chive is sprinkled inside, and a radish slice is placed next to the sandwiches on the board. A knife with a white handle lies beside the board, all set on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the Cajun fries without a fan oven?

Yes, simply set your oven to 200°C (gas mark 6) without the fan. You may need to extend the cooking time slightly and turn the fries more often to ensure they cook evenly.

What can I use instead of salt beef?

If salt beef is unavailable, pastrami, corned beef, or even roast beef slices work well as substitutes and provide a similar savory flavor for this sandwich.