The internet realized that the biggest problem with massive sub sandwiches is taking a bite and having all the meat slide out, or getting a bite of pure lettuce. The solution? The Chopped Sandwich.

You take every ingredient—the meats, the cheeses, the lettuce, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and dressing—and chop it all aggressively together on a cutting board until it forms a cohesive, flavorful hash. Then you scoop the whole mixture into a crusty hoagie roll. Every bite is a perfect balance of flavor.

Ingredients You Need

• 2 large crusty sub rolls or hoagies
• 4 slices salami, 4 slices pepperoni, 4 slices ham
• 4 slices provolone cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup banana peppers or pepperoncini
• 1/2 tomato, sliced
• 2 tbsp mayo and 2 tbsp Italian vinaigrette
• Salt, pepper, and dried oregano

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Lay out all of your ingredients (meats, cheese, lettuce, onion, peppers, tomato) flat on a large cutting board.

2. Drizzle the mayo and Italian vinaigrette directly over the pile. Season with salt, pepper, and oregano.

3. Using a large, sharp chef's knife, aggressively chop everything together. Keep chopping and folding the mixture onto itself until it resembles a coarse slaw and everything is coated in the dressing.

4. Slice your sub rolls open (hollow out some of the bread if desired).

5. Scoop the chopped mixture heavily into the sub rolls. Serve immediately.

Troubleshooting: Why is my The Viral Chopped Italian Sandwich not turning out right?

If you are having trouble getting this recipe right, ensure you are measuring ingredients accurately. Baking and cooking are sciences, and the right ratios matter. Also, check your oven temperature; many ovens run hot or cold.