Description
Classic steak sandwich promises a delightful culinary journey through robust flavors and tender meat. Succulent slices nestled between crusty bread invite hearty enjoyment for hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454 grams) ribeye or sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp brown sugar (optional, for caramelization)
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 ciabatta rolls or hoagie buns
- 4 slices provolone, Swiss, or cheddar cheese
- ½ cup arugula or lettuce (optional)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or aioli (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate: Blend olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce into a vibrant seasoning mixture, thoroughly coating steak slices and allowing them to absorb flavors for 15 minutes at ambient temperature.
- Sear Protein: Heat skillet to medium-high until surface shimmers, then cook marinated steak slices 2-3 minutes per side, achieving a caramelized exterior while preserving desired internal tenderness, then rest meat to redistribute internal juices.
- Caramelize Onions: In same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat, introducing sliced onions and slowly transforming them with occasional stirring, then enhance depth by incorporating brown sugar and balsamic vinegar until onions develop a rich, golden complexity.
- Prepare Bread: Toast ciabatta rolls or hoagie buns until edges crisp and surface turns delicately golden, then spread mayonnaise or aioli across surfaces to introduce moisture and additional flavor profile.
- Assemble Sandwich: Layer toasted bread with melted cheese-topped steak, caramelized onions, and fresh arugula, gently pressing to integrate flavors and reinforce structural composition, then slice diagonally and serve immediately with complementary sides like crispy fries or vibrant salad.
Notes
- Marinate Mindfully: Allow steak to absorb flavors at room temperature for precisely 15 minutes; avoid over-marinating to prevent meat from becoming mushy or developing tough texture.
- Heat Control Critical: Use medium-high heat for perfect steak sear; watch for slight smoking indicating optimal cooking surface temperature without burning meat.
- Rest Meat Strategically: Let cooked steak rest 3-5 minutes to redistribute internal juices, ensuring maximum tenderness and preventing dry, tough meat when slicing.
- Caramelize Carefully: Cook onions slowly on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to develop deep golden color and sweet complexity without burning edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg