Philly Cheesesteak
A classic Philadelphia staple featuring thinly shaved, tender beef seared to perfection and piled high on a toasted roll with sautéed onions and a rich, savory dairy-free cheese sauce.
Ingredients
- •1.5 lbs (700g) ribeye steak, frozen for 30 minutes and thinly sliced
- •2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- •4 long crusty hoagie rolls
- •3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •1 cup vegan cheddar-style cheese shreds
- •1/4 cup unsweetened soy milk or oat milk
- •1 tablespoon neutral oil for the griddle
Instructions
- 1
Place the thinly sliced ribeye in a bowl and season evenly with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the vegan cheese shreds and plant milk, stirring constantly until melted into a smooth, pourable sauce; set aside and keep warm.
- 3
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes until they are soft, golden brown, and caramelized.
- 5
Push the onions to the side of the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the center.
- 6
Add the beef slices in a single layer, searing for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, then toss with the caramelized onions.
- 7
Slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise, leaving a hinge, and toast them lightly on the griddle until golden.
- 8
Divide the meat and onion mixture into four portions, pile them into the rolls, and drizzle generously with the warm vegan cheese sauce.
💡 Chef tips
- Freezing the steak for 30 minutes before slicing is the secret to getting paper-thin strips that cook quickly and remain tender.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, you can substitute the ribeye with top sirloin, though ribeye provides the best fat content for flavor.
- To keep the rolls from getting soggy, toast the inside of the bread on the griddle before adding the meat.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished cheesesteak features juicy, savory beef and sweet caramelized onions encased in a toasted, crisp roll, finished with a creamy, rich melt that mimics the classic experience perfectly.