Description
This classic Philly Cheese Steak recipe features thinly sliced ribeye steak sautéed with onions and green bell peppers, topped with melty provolone cheese, and served in toasted hoagie rolls for an authentic and delicious sandwich experience perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced
Vegetables
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
Other Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp mayo (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Freeze the ribeye steak for about 30 minutes until firm and easier to slice, then thinly slice using a sharp knife to ensure thin, tender pieces for cooking.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Add the thinly sliced onions and green bell peppers and sauté until they are soft and slightly caramelized, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Steak: In the same skillet, add the thinly sliced ribeye steak and cook until browned, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste for enhanced flavor.
- Combine Steak and Veggies: Once the steak is cooked, mix in the sautéed onions and peppers. Divide the mixture into four separate piles within the skillet to portion out the sandwiches.
- Add Cheese: Lay two slices of provolone cheese over each pile, allowing the cheese to melt over the steak and vegetables for a creamy texture.
- Toast Rolls: While the cheese melts, lightly toast the hoagie rolls until warm and slightly crispy to complement the juicy filling.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Optionally, spread mayo inside the toasted rolls to add moisture and flavor, then place the cheese-topped steak and vegetable mixture into each roll, completing the sandwich.
Notes
- Freezing the steak slightly makes it easier to slice thinly, which is key for a tender Philly Cheese Steak.
- Use ribeye for the best flavor and tenderness, but sirloin can be a leaner substitute.
- You can omit mayo to keep it more traditional or for a dairy-free option.
- Provolone cheese melts well and complements the steak’s flavor; feel free to substitute with American cheese or Cheez Whiz if preferred.
- For a spicier variation, add hot peppers or a dash of hot sauce inside the sandwich.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute hoagie rolls with gluten-free sandwich bread or buns.
