Description
Mozzarella cheesesteak stromboli delivers a delicious fusion of Italian and Philly sandwich traditions. Packed with savory beef, melted cheese, and wrapped in golden pastry, this crowd-pleasing dish promises to satisfy your comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) thinly sliced ribeye steak
- 2 cups (240 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
Seasonings and Other Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) while preparing ingredients for maximum efficiency.
- Sear the ribeye steak in a skillet over medium heat until thoroughly browned, creating a rich caramelized exterior. Transfer meat to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers until they become translucent and tender, approximately 3-4 minutes. Enhance flavors with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then allow mixture to cool slightly.
- Dust a clean surface with flour and carefully stretch pizza dough into a rectangular shape, ensuring even thickness.
- Distribute cooked steak evenly across the dough’s surface, followed by the seasoned vegetable mixture and a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Carefully roll the dough from one long edge to the other, meticulously folding and sealing the sides to prevent filling from escaping.
- Secure the seam by pinching edges together, creating a smooth, sealed stromboli.
- Position the stromboli seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then delicately brush the exterior with beaten egg for a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust transforms into a crisp, amber-brown shell.
- Allow the stromboli to rest for several minutes, then slice and serve alongside warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose well-marbled ribeye for maximum flavor and tenderness, ensuring juicy and rich results.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Shred mozzarella fresh for superior melting and gooey texture that creates delicious stringy pulls.
- Dough Handling Pro: Allow pizza dough to rest at room temperature for easier rolling and preventing tears during preparation.
- Vegetarian Swap: Replace steak with grilled portobello mushrooms or plant-based meat alternatives for a meatless version that maintains hearty flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 940 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg