Philly Cheesesteak

Method

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1. Shave the half-frozen ribeye against the grain as thinly as you possibly can — under 2 mm. A very sharp knife and cold meat are the only requirements.

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2. Heat a large flat griddle or heavy skillet over medium-high. Add the oil and cook the onions with half the salt for 10 to 12 minutes until soft and lightly caramelised. Push them to one side.

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3. If using peppers and mushrooms, cook them alongside for 5 minutes and push aside too.

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4. Raise the heat to high, add the butter and spread the shaved beef across the hot surface in a thin layer. Season with the remaining salt and pepper.

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5. Cook for 60 seconds without moving, then begin chopping and turning the meat with two spatulas for another 90 seconds, until just browned. Do not overcook it.

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6. Combine the meat and onions, divide into four portions on the griddle, and lay two slices of provolone over each.

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7. Set a split roll face down over each portion for 30 seconds so the steam softens the bread and melts the cheese.

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8. Slide a spatula under each pile, flip the whole thing into the roll in one motion, and serve immediately.

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Chef’s Tips

• A soft roll is essential. A crusty baguette shreds the roof of your mouth and fights the filling.
• For the Whiz version, warm it gently and pour it over the meat in the roll rather than melting it on the griddle.
• Ask the butcher to shave the ribeye on a slicer if you have the option.

Pairing Suggestions

• A cold lager
• Serve with fries or a bag of crisps, as in Philadelphia
• Finish with a black-and-white cookie

Storage & Reheating

Assemble to order. Cooked meat and onions keep 2 days refrigerated; reheat hard in a hot pan.

Common questions

Nutritional Highlights

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.