Description
Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes combine the classic flavors of a Philly cheesesteak into a saucy, cheesy sloppy joe sandwich. Ground beef is browned and mixed with sautéed onions, green peppers, and mushrooms, simmered in a flavorful beef broth and ketchup sauce, then loaded with melted provolone cheese. Served on toasted brioche buns, this dish offers a perfect balance of savory, cheesy, and tender textures for a hearty meal that’s quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 450g lean ground beef
- 30g butter
- 225g provolone cheese, chopped or shredded
Vegetables
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 230g brown mushrooms, minced
Liquids and Condiments
- 30g ketchup
- 240ml beef broth
Bread
- 6 brioche hamburger buns
Others
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp cornstarch (to thicken sauce)
Instructions
- Brown the beef: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and brown 450g of lean ground beef until fully cooked and nicely browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside, leaving any rendered fat in the pan.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add 30g butter and melt. Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced brown mushrooms. Sauté until the vegetables are browned and softened, enhancing their natural flavors.
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, ketchup, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the sautéed vegetables in the pan and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Combine beef and sauce: Return the browned ground beef to the pan with the thickened vegetable sauce. Mix thoroughly to combine the beef evenly with the savory, saucy mixture.
- Melt the cheese: Turn off the heat and immediately stir in the chopped or shredded provolone cheese. Stir until the cheese melts completely, creating a rich and creamy sloppy joe filling.
- Toast the buns: Butter the brioche hamburger buns and toast them separately in a pan or skillet until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon the cheesy beef mixture generously onto the toasted brioche buns. Serve warm for a delicious, hearty sandwich experience.
Notes
- You can substitute provolone with other melting cheeses like mozzarella or American cheese for different flavor profiles.
- Adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes can give the dish a slight kick.
- Using brioche buns adds sweetness and richness, but you can use any burger bun of your choice.
- For a thicker sauce, adjust the amount of cornstarch accordingly.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
