Hearty Steak Sandwich (Printable version)
Robust sandwich with juicy beef, caramelized onions, provolone cheese, and fresh arugula on toasted crusty rolls.
# What you need:
→ Steak & Marinade
01 - 9 oz ribeye or sirloin steak
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
04 - ½ tsp salt
05 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Sandwich Fixings
06 - 2 crusty sandwich rolls or baguette portions
07 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
08 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
09 - 1 small bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
10 - 2 slices provolone or Swiss cheese
11 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
12 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
13 - 1 handful arugula or baby spinach
14 - 1 small tomato, sliced
# How To:
01 - Rub the steak with olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add butter, then sauté onions and bell pepper (if using) until soft and caramelized, about 8–10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
03 - Increase skillet heat to high. Sear the steak for 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to desired doneness. Rest steak on a cutting board for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
04 - While steak rests, slice the rolls open and toast lightly.
05 - Mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard; spread inside the rolls.
06 - Layer arugula, tomato slices, caramelized onions, and bell peppers onto the bottom halves.
07 - Top with sliced steak and cheese. If desired, place under a broiler for 1–2 minutes to melt the cheese.
08 - Close sandwiches, slice in half, and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its the kind of meal that feels like a proper embrace without requiring hours of effort
- The combination of hot steak, melted cheese, and that creamy mustard mayo hits every single craving
02 -
- Resting the meat is nonnegotiable. Cutting too soon lets all those juices escape onto your board instead of staying in the sandwich.
- Slicing against the grain ensures each bite is tender. Follow the lines in the meat and cut across them.
03 -
- Dont crowd the pan when searing or the steak will steam instead of develop that gorgeous crust
- Pat the steak dry before searing if it seems wet from the marinade