Description
A classic Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich with tender shaved beef, caramelized onions, and melted provolone cheese on a toasted French roll. Quick, flavorful, and customizable for the perfect sandwich experience.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter (for sautéed onions)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
1–2 tablespoons butter (for steak)
2 teaspoons olive oil or avocado oil
1–2 pounds shaved beef steak
½ cup Worcestershire sauce (Lea & Perrin’s is gluten-free)
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (such as Lawry’s)
1–2 tablespoons hot sauce (optional)
6–8 slices provolone cheese (or white cheddar, American, pepper jack cheese, or Cheese Whiz)
6 rolls (French rolls, hoagie rolls, or Italian rolls)
2 tablespoons butter (for toasting the rolls)
**Optional Add-ins**
1 medium bell pepper, sliced
1 package mushrooms, sliced
Instructions
- In a large pan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft and caramelized, about 6-10 minutes. Remove the onions from the pan and set them aside.
- If the steak is not pre-sliced, slice it as thinly as possible. Season it lightly with seasoning salt.
- In the same skillet, increase the heat to medium-high. Add 1-2 tablespoons of butter and 2 teaspoons of oil. Once the pan is hot, add the steak in a single layer. If necessary, cook the steak in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until browned.
- Once the steak is browned (it will continue to cook), pour in the Worcestershire sauce and optional hot sauce. Stir to combine and cook for an additional minute.
- Return the caramelized onions to the pan, stirring to combine with the steak and juices.
- Place the cheese slices on top of the steak and cover the pan. Let the cheese melt for about 1 minute until gooey and delicious.
- While the cheese is melting, heat a griddle or another skillet over medium-high heat. Spread a thin layer of butter on the cut side of the rolls and place them butter-side down on the griddle. Toast until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Once the rolls are toasted, scoop the cheesy steak mixture onto the rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For an authentic Philly experience, use Cheese Whiz instead of provolone.
For extra flavor, sauté sliced mushrooms or bell peppers with the onions.
To ensure tender beef, slice it as thinly as possible. Freezing the beef for 20-30 minutes before slicing can make this easier.
If you prefer a spicier sandwich, add more hot sauce or top with pickled jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
