Description
This Caramelized Onion and Cheese Steak Sandwich Recipe features tender ribeye steak cooked with sweet caramelized onions, savory bell peppers, and garlic, all topped with melted provolone cheese inside a hoagie roll. Perfectly balanced with rich flavors and a comforting texture, this classic American main course is easy to prepare on the stovetop and finished under the broiler for that irresistible cheesy melt.
Ingredients
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Steak and Vegetables
- 1 pound thinly sliced ribeye steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Buns and Cheese
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 8 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, butter, sugar, and salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn deep golden and caramelized, about 20 to 25 minutes. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the steak: Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet and increase the heat to medium-high. Add the ribeye steak slices, season with black pepper, and cook until browned, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Sauté the peppers and garlic: Stir in the green bell pepper and minced garlic to the skillet with the steak. Continue to cook for another 3 minutes until the peppers soften.
- Add flavorings and combine: Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, then return the caramelized onions to the skillet. Mix everything well to combine all the savory flavors thoroughly.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spoon the steak and vegetable mixture evenly onto the hoagie rolls. Top each sandwich with two slices of provolone cheese.
- Melt the cheese: Place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm: Remove from the broiler and serve immediately while warm and delicious.
Notes
- You can use shaved deli steak as a substitute for ribeye if unavailable.
- Add sliced mushrooms along with the bell pepper for added depth of flavor.
- For extra texture, toast the hoagie rolls lightly before assembling the sandwich.
