Description
This Ultimate Philly Cheesesteak Recipe delivers a classic and flavorful sandwich featuring thinly sliced ribeye steak, caramelized onions, and optional green bell peppers, all topped with melted Provolone cheese and served on toasted hoagie rolls. Perfect for a hearty meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 8 slices Provolone cheese (or cheddar)
- 4 hoagie rolls, split and toasted
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Partially freeze the ribeye steak for about 30 minutes to make slicing easier. Slice it as thinly as possible against the grain for the best texture.
- Cook the Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers (if using), season with salt and pepper, and sauté until caramelized and softened, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Steak: Increase the heat to high and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the thinly sliced steak, season with salt and pepper, and cook quickly while stirring frequently until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Divide the cooked steak into four portions in the skillet.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: On the bottom half of each toasted hoagie roll, layer one portion of the cooked steak followed by the sautéed onions and bell peppers. Top each sandwich with two slices of Provolone cheese.
- Melt the Cheese: Place the assembled sandwiches under the broiler for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the oven, place the top halves of the hoagie rolls on each, and serve hot immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Partially freezing the steak helps achieve thin, even slices for perfect cooking.
- You can omit the green bell pepper if preferred, or substitute with other peppers for different flavors.
- Use Provolone for a classic taste, or cheddar for a sharper flavor.
- Watch the sandwiches closely under the broiler to prevent the cheese from burning.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the cheese melted and the sandwich warm.
