Sear the steak pieces in this hot oil till they are nice and brown on all sides. In a wide pan, add 1 tbsp of oil and heat it till it reaches near smoking point.The result- perfect, juicy and golden beef shreds in every bite.Īuthentic Philly Cheesesteak with homemade Cheese Whizġ 1/2 pounds thinly sliced beef, rib-eye or sirloinġ tsp cayenne pepper powder or red chili powder To make sure that this never happens and the meat always remains tender, I boil the beef with spice and salt and then once tender, I pan-fry it to a perfect golden brown. But if your butcher didn’t cut it right or you tried to cut it at home, then sometimes while cooking, some parts of the beef are still raw and that becomes a disaster. Usually the beef is cut very thin to make sure that it cooks fast. You might be wondering what type of beef to use for the cheesesteak? It usually is boneless rib-eye or sirloin or a mixture of both. The flavor is amazing, the drippy quality of the cheese is awesome and makes the sandwich as authentic and as AMAZING as possible! Look at that drippy, melty cheese? If you don’t want to use Cheese Whiz, then Provolone should be your first choice. I highly recommend making the Cheez Whiz at home.
I make a homemade Cheese Whiz to get that authentic flavor at home and with no processed ingredients. If you are a cheesesteak fan like me, you’re going to love my best ever cheesesteak recipe. Among several brands, perhaps the most famous and in my opinion the best are the Amoroso Rolls. You will get a cheesy Whiz sandwich and no onions.įor the final step, you can ask for any other toppings or condiments you desire.Īnother important component in the cheesesteak is the type of bread you use. Don’t care for onions? Then ask for a “ Whiz wid out”. If you want Whiz and onions, request a “ Whiz wit”.
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How to order a Cheesesteak in Philly: There are general rules of etiquette to follow when ordering a cheesesteak. Generally, the cheese of choice is Cheez Whiz, but mild or sharp Provolone and American cheese are common substitutions. Basic toppings are caramelized onions and/or hot peppers. In Philly, a cheesesteak is a long, crusty roll filled with thinly sliced pan-fried beef and melted cheese. Living in Philadelphia for 7 years, I can say with confidence that I know what an authentic cheesesteak should be like. Philadelphians Pat and Harry Olivieri are often credited with inventing this iconic sandwich in the early 1930s. In the City of Brotherly Love, cheesesteaks are a cultural icon and a big draw for visitors. If you have ever visited Philadelphia, then chances are you have been told to definitely try a cheesesteak here. Gooey, meaty, melty & oh so delicious, a Philly Cheesesteak is the perfect comfort food in its simplicity.