In the heart of Philadelphia, a legendary sandwich reigns supreme – the Philly Cheesesteak. This iconic dish, born from the bustling streets of the City of Brotherly Love, has captivated taste buds worldwide with its symphony of flavors and textures. Savor the moment as you sink your teeth into a warm, crusty roll, generously filled with tender and flavorful shaved ribeye steak, melted cheese, and your choice of toppings. From the classic simplicity of just cheese to the loaded indulgence of mushrooms, peppers, and onions, each bite is a celebration of culinary perfection. Discover the secrets behind crafting this beloved sandwich at home with our curated collection of authentic Philly Cheesesteak recipes. Choose from variations that cater to different dietary preferences and skill levels, ensuring that everyone can experience the joy of creating and devouring this iconic dish in their own kitchen.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PHILLY CHEESE STEAK RECIPE
Learn everything you need to know to make the Best Philly Cheese Steak Recipe at home from a Philadelphia native! What type of meat, cheese, and bread to choose and more.
Provided by Alyssa Brantley
Categories Lunch Mains Sandwiches
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and dice onions.
- Cut thinly sliced meat into 2" pieces using a kitchen scissors.
- Gather rolls and slice 3/4 of the way through from the curved side. Gather cheese slices, salt, pepper and avocado oil.
- Place 2 to 3 slices of provolone on each hoagie roll (about 2 ounces total of cheese) and set aside.NOTE: If you want the cheese super melty, place cheese slices directly on the mounds of cooked meat and onion before placing roll on top.
- Heat flat-top griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add 2 T avocado oil and diced onions (You may need to cook the onions / meat in 2 batches depending on the size of your griddle / frying pan.) Cook onions for 2 to 3 minutes until they are just beginning to brown.
- Add sliced meat. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, using a spatula to continually move around and break up into smaller pieces. Cook until all of the pink is gone. Sprinkle meat and onion mixture generously with salt and pepper.
- Separate meat into piles for each cheesesteak. Flip a hoagie roll with cheese on top of each pile.
- Allow to cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until cheese is melted and roll has begun to soften.
- Use a long spatula to scoop the cheesesteak off the griddle / frying pan. Flip over, add your favorite toppings and serve hot! Enjoy :)
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cheese steak sandwich, Calories 826 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 70 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 177 mg, Sodium 2083 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g
PHILLY CHEESE STEAK
It's hard to think of Philadelphia without thinking of the cheesesteak, a sandwich containing chopped steak, melted cheese and sometimes peppers and onions. The big cheese steak debate, ongoing between rival restaurants Pat's and Geno's, is whether the steak should be topped with Provolone or American cheese, or canned cheese whiz. Bobby Flay's loaded cheese steak recipe is topped with a melted Provolone sauce, onions, peppers and mushrooms.
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories main-dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- Place steak in freezer for 30 to 45 minutes; this makes it easier to slice the meat. Remove the meat from the freezer and slice very thinly.
- Heat griddle or grill pan over high heat. Brush steak slices with oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 45 to 60 seconds per side.
- Place several slices of the meat on the bottom half of the roll, spoon some of the cheese sauce over the meat, and top with the mushrooms, onions, and peppers.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the warm milk, and cook, whisking constantly until thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the mixture from the heat and whisk in the provolone and Parmesan until combined; season with the salt and pepper.
- Heat oil and butter in a large saute pan over high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook until the mushrooms are golden brown. Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter and oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook slowly until golden brown and caramelized, stirring occasionally, approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
- Heat the oil in medium saute pan over high heat. Add the peppers and cook until soft. Season with salt and pepper.
A REAL PHILLY CHEESESTEAK
I come from Philly and now live in Alaska. What they think is a Philly Cheese Steak involves green peppers and onions. So if thats what you are looking for, then no dice. If you want something similar to what they sell in every pizza place in the philly metro area, this is as close as you can get from outside the state
Provided by Fleischer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- MEAT: Make friends with your butcher. You need him to partially freeze a hunk of Rib Eye, and then slice it very thin. You want it sliced thin even though common sense tells us that thick is better. You can buy the hunk of rib eye and freeze and slice it yourself, but the butcher generally does a better job than I do. I can only get it about 1/8" thick and he does about.
- BREAD: This is the hard part. If you aren't in the tristate area, and can't get AMOROSOS rolls (the only thing that is REALLY good on a cheesesteak) then you have to find a substitute. Squishy sub rolls will NOT do. They do not hold together under pressure. Refrain from buying those "hero" rolls too. A good hoagie roll is almost rubbery in texture, but quite soft. The best substitute I have found is a loaf of French bread. Not as good as the real thing, but hey, beggars can't be choosers.
- Toppings: All of this is personal choice. I like fried onions and mushrooms myself.
- Cheeses used vary - I hate to admit it but I think cheese whiz tastes the best. Provolone is awesome too and thats what I would use if I was afraid of the plastic orange stuff called whiz.
- Cooking the steak: In a cast iron frying pan, or a grill pan heat some oil. Saute toppings until pliable - make them however you like them. Remove them from pan and set aside.
- Pour some more oil in the pan (I use olive oil, but if you have access to the stuff they use in restaurants on grills it would taste even better) on medium high heat. Place 1/4 to 1/3 of a pound of meat in the pan, lying the pieces flat and overlapping to form a shape that will fit nicely in a bun.
- When the meat turns grey with doneness, flip it over and if you are using cheese slices now is the time to lie them on top of the meat. Add the other toppings back into the pan next to the meat and allow to reheat. Cover the pan to allow the cheese to melt. This should take 1-2 minutes. If the meat looks overcooked, thats ok - i t should be GRAY.
- This is the time to toast the bread if you so wish. I don't like mine toasted at all. Warmed is ok.
- If you are using cheese whiz, warm it in the microwave. Pick up meat and melted cheese with a spatula and deposit on the roll. IF using cheese whiz, use a butter knife or chopstick to smear whiz next to the meat.
- Push the meat on one side of the roll and deposit the toppings next to it. This is important because if you put the toppings ON the meat, they will not be in the bottom of the sandwich, which really sux.
- You should get meat, toppings and cheese in every bite.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.7, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 373.6, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1, Protein 25.5
Tips:
- Choose the right bread: A traditional Philly cheesesteak uses a long, soft roll that can hold up to the fillings. Look for a roll that is at least 12 inches long and has a soft, chewy texture.
- Use thinly sliced steak: The steak for a Philly cheesesteak should be thinly sliced, so that it cooks quickly and evenly. You can use any type of steak you like, but rib-eye or top sirloin are good choices.
- Cook the steak in a hot pan: The steak should be cooked in a hot pan over high heat. This will help to sear the steak and give it a nice crust.
- Add the cheese last: The cheese should be added to the steak towards the end of cooking, so that it melts but does not become overcooked.
- Use a generous amount of cheese: A Philly cheesesteak is all about the cheese, so don't be shy about using a lot. You can use any type of cheese you like, but American, provolone, and Cheez Whiz are all popular choices.
- Top with your favorite toppings: Once the steak and cheese are melted, you can top your Philly cheesesteak with your favorite toppings. Popular toppings include onions, peppers, mushrooms, and hot sauce.
Conclusion:
A Philly cheesesteak is a delicious and iconic sandwich that is easy to make at home. By following these tips, you can make a Philly cheesesteak that is just as good as the ones you get from your favorite restaurant. So next time you're craving a cheesesteak, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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