Description
Indulgent Philly steak cheese fries bring a sizzling twist to classic comfort food. Loaded with tender beef, melted cheese, and zesty toppings, this hearty dish promises a flavor explosion that will satisfy your deepest cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 0.5 pounds (226 grams) ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
Base:
- 1 pound (454 grams) frozen French fries
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional:
- Cheese sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare French fries according to package instructions until achieving a golden, crispy texture at 425°F.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, creating a sizzling surface for the steak.
- Season sliced steak with salt and pepper, then quickly sear for 3-4 minutes until developing a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Transfer cooked steak to a separate plate, reserving the flavorful pan drippings.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and bell peppers until they become translucent and slightly caramelized, approximately 5 minutes.
- Arrange crispy fries on a large baking sheet or serving platter, creating an even base for toppings.
- Layer the seared steak evenly over the fries, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Distribute the sautéed onions and peppers across the steak and fries.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the entire dish, covering all ingredients.
- Place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to achieve perfectly melted, bubbly cheese without burning.
- Optional: Drizzle with additional cheese sauce for extra indulgence.
- Serve immediately while hot, capturing the ultimate fusion of crispy fries and classic Philly cheesesteak flavors.
Notes
- Choose high-starch potatoes like Russet for crispier fries that hold up better under the toppings.
- Pat the steak dry before cooking to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear and prevent steaming.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the most even heat distribution and better caramelization of meat and vegetables.
- Slice the steak against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- For a lighter version, swap regular fries with sweet potato or air-fryer fries to reduce calories.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like provolone and white cheddar for more complex flavor profiles.
- Quick-marinate the steak in Worcestershire sauce for 15 minutes before cooking to enhance meat’s richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 870 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 58 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 37 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg