Marination’s Korean Philly Cheese Steak
Marination’s Korean Philly Cheese Steak is a delicious Korean-American fusion sandwich featuring tender, thinly sliced beef marinated in sweet and savory Korean-inspired flavors. The juicy beef is cooked with onions and vegetables, layered with melted cheese, and served inside a warm, soft sandwich roll. The result is a rich and satisfying combination of savory, sweet, cheesy, and slightly smoky flavors. This hearty sandwich is perfect for a flavorful lunch, dinner, or casual gathering.
Ingredients
For the Korean-Style Beef
- 500 g thinly sliced beef ribeye or sirloin
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ small pear or apple, grated
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Sandwich
- 4 soft hoagie or sandwich rolls
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 8 slices provolone cheese or another melting cheese
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Marinate the Beef
- Place the thinly sliced beef in a large bowl. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, grated pear or apple, and black pepper.Mix thoroughly until all the beef is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes.
Prepare the Spicy Sauce
- If using the optional sauce, combine the mayonnaise, gochujang, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.
Cook the Vegetables
- Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and bell pepper.Cook for approximately 5–6 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Remove the vegetables and set them aside.
Cook the Beef
- Increase the heat slightly and add the marinated beef to the hot skillet. Cook in batches if necessary to prevent overcrowding.Stir-fry for approximately 3–5 minutes until the beef is cooked and lightly caramelized.
Combine the Filling
- Return the cooked onions and bell peppers to the skillet with the beef. Toss everything together for another minute.
Add the Cheese
- Step 7: Add the CheeseDivide the beef mixture among the sandwich rolls. Place the cheese over the hot filling and allow it to melt.For extra melted cheese, place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for a short time.
Finish and Serve
- Drizzle with the optional gochujang sauce. Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds.Serve immediately while warm and cheesy.
Notes
- Thinly sliced beef cooks quickly and remains tender.
- Do not marinate the beef for too long, as the pear or apple may soften it excessively.
- Cook the beef in batches for better caramelization.
- Use a good melting cheese for the best texture.
- Toasting the bread helps prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your spice preference.
- Taste the beef before adding additional salt.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and melted.