Here’s a hearty, flavorful twist on two classic sandwiches: Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joe — tender beef, onions, peppers, and melty cheese in a savory Sloppy Joe-style sauce.
🥪 Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joe
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or thinly sliced steak
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika or chili powder (optional)
- ½ cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp ketchup (optional, for slight sweetness)
- 4 hoagie rolls or sandwich buns
- 4 slices provolone or American cheese
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté 3–4 minutes until softened.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce
- Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup (if using), salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Simmer 5–7 minutes until mixture thickens slightly.
3️⃣ Assemble Sandwiches
- Toast hoagie rolls or buns lightly.
- Spoon beef mixture onto rolls.
- Top each with a slice of provolone or American cheese.
- Optional: melt cheese under a broiler or in the microwave for 30–60 seconds.
4️⃣ Serve
- Serve hot with fries, chips, or a simple side salad.
🔥 Tips & Variations
- Cheesesteak style: Use thinly sliced steak instead of ground beef for a more authentic Philly feel.
- Extra melty: Stir shredded cheese into the meat mixture for a gooey filling.
- Vegetables: Add mushrooms, jalapeños, or roasted red peppers.
- Spicy version: Add hot sauce or chili flakes to the mixture.
- Make ahead: Prepare meat mixture ahead and reheat before assembling sandwiches.
If you like, I can provide a restaurant-style Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joe recipe with tender steak strips, caramelized onions, peppers, and a rich melty cheese sauce that’s indulgent and messy in the best way.
