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Authentic Classic Philly Cheesesteak Recipe

Authentic Classic Philly Cheesesteak Recipe


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 5 1x

Description

Philly cheesesteak brings authentic Philadelphia street flavor to home kitchens. Melted cheese, thinly sliced beef, and caramelized onions create a savory sandwich you’ll crave again and again.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ribeye steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional but traditional in some versions)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or butter)
  • 2 tbsps butter
  • 4 slices provolone cheese (or American cheese, Cheez Whiz, or mozzarella for different variations)
  • 4 hoagie rolls (or sub rolls, lightly toasted)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Chill ribeye steak in the freezer for precise, paper-thin slicing against the meat’s grain, ensuring maximum tenderness.
  2. Onion Transformation: Heat skillet and sauté onions until they become translucent and caramelized, developing rich golden edges.
  3. Meat Searing: Introduce steak strips to the skillet, allowing rapid browning and flavor development while seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  4. Flavor Melding: Incorporate caramelized onions with the sizzling steak, creating a harmonious blend of savory ingredients.
  5. Bread Preparation: Toast hoagie rolls to achieve a crisp exterior while maintaining a soft interior.
  6. Cheese Integration: Layer provolone over the hot meat mixture, allowing it to melt into creamy, luxurious strands.
  7. Final Assembly: Transfer the molten cheesy steak into the prepared hoagie roll, ensuring even distribution and diagonal slicing before serving immediately while hot and melted.

Notes

  • Freeze Meat Precisely: Chill ribeye steak for 15-20 minutes to achieve paper-thin slices without shredding, enhancing texture and cooking ease.
  • Slice Like a Pro: Use an extremely sharp knife, cutting against meat grain at a 45-degree angle to guarantee maximum tenderness and bite-friendly pieces.
  • Manage Heat Carefully: Maintain high skillet temperature for quick searing, preventing meat from becoming tough or releasing excess moisture during cooking.
  • Cheese Melting Technique: Add provolone directly onto hot meat mixture off heat, allowing residual warmth to create smooth, perfectly melted cheese coverage without burning.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg