Authentic Philadelphia Cheesesteak
This authentic Philadelphia cheesesteak recipe delivers the genuine street food experience with paper-thin ribeye, perfectly sautéed onions, and that iconic Cheez Whiz drizzle. Using proper technique and quality ingredients, you'll create the sandwich that made Philly famous – crispy Italian rolls cradling tender beef with all the classic toppings in every single bite.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 720kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 24 ounces boneless rib-eye steaks frozen and sliced paper-thin with meat slicer
- 4 crusty Italian rolls sliced lengthwise to form a cradle
- 1 large Spanish onion diced
- 6 tablespoons soy oil
- Cheez Whiz melted
- Sautéed mushrooms optional
- Sautéed red and green sweet peppers optional
Instructions
- Heat a griddle, iron skillet, or non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Add 3 tablespoons of oil to the pan and sauté the diced onions to desired doneness. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining 3 tablespoons of oil to the pan and quickly sauté the thin meat slices on both sides.
- As slices brown quickly, scramble them into smaller pieces using a flat spatula.
- Meanwhile, melt the Cheez Whiz in a pot or microwave until smooth.
- Place 6 ounces of cooked meat into each roll, pushing meat to one side.
- Add sautéed onions and any other desired toppings next to the meat (not on top).
- Use a butter knife or chopstick to smear melted Cheez Whiz next to the meat and toppings.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Freezing the ribeye makes it easier to achieve paper-thin slices important for authentic texture
Never place toppings on top of the meat – position them alongside to guarantee every bite contains meat, toppings, and cheese
A meat slicer is vital for achieving the proper thin cut that defines a real Philly cheesesteak
For Pizza Steak variation, substitute pizza sauce and mozzarella for Cheez Whiz, then broil briefly to melt cheese
Italian rolls should be sturdy enough to hold fillings without falling apart but soft enough to bite through easily
Cook meat quickly over medium heat to prevent overcooking and maintain tenderness
Nutrition
Calories: 720kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 1240mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g