Both chipped ham and the subsequent sandwich originated at the Pittsburgh-based store Isaly's (pronounced "EYE-zlees") in the 1930s. For anyone who grew up in Pittsburgh, who remembers Islay's?
Pittsburgh Chipped Ham Sandwich #falldinners
1 cup catsup
1 cup water
¼ cup sweet pickle relish
1 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1 pinch pepper
1 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. paprika
2 tsp. sugar or to taste
1 pounds chipped ham
6 soft lightly toasted hamburger buns
Combine catsup, water, relish, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, in a large saucepan. Season with liquid smoke, , mustard, pepper, garlic salt, paprika and sugar . Bring to a simmer over low heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Shred ham and stir into the mixture. Simmer 5 minutes longer then serve hot piled onto toasted hamburger buns.
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