Croatian Cheesesteak

Ingredients

The Croatian Cheesesteak differs from the original American version in a few ways. Instead of using traditional American cheese, this recipe calls for a blend of Croatian cheeses, including Pag cheese and Istrian cheese. Additionally, the sandwich is served on a crusty roll that is popular in Croatia, rather than a soft hoagie roll. Finally, the sandwich is topped with a variety of vegetables, including roasted red peppers and arugula, which add a fresh and flavorful twist to the classic dish. We alse have the original recipe for Cheesesteak, so you can check it out.

• 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup (100g) sliced mushrooms 1 cup (100g) sliced mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp (5g) salt 1 tsp (5g) salt
• 1/2 tsp (2g) black pepper 1/2 tsp (2g) black pepper
• 4 crusty rolls 4 crusty rolls
• 4 slices Pag cheese 4 slices Pag cheese
• 4 slices Istrian cheese 4 slices Istrian cheese
• 1/2 cup (30g) arugula 1/2 cup (30g) arugula
• 1/2 cup (120g) roasted red peppers 1/2 cup (120g) roasted red peppers

Nutrition

• Calories: 550 kcal / 2300 KJ
• Fat: 28g (12g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 35g (8g sugars)
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Add the beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. 3.
   Add the onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, and garlic to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
4. 4.
   Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.
5. 5.
   Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
6. 6.
   Slice the rolls in half and place a slice of Pag cheese and a slice of Istrian cheese on each roll.
7. 7.
   Place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. 8.
   Remove the rolls from the oven and top each with the beef and vegetable mixture, arugula, and roasted red peppers.
9. 9.
   Serve immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Istrian cheese — Istrian cheese is a hard, salty cheese that is similar to Parmesan. If you can't find Istrian cheese, you can substitute Parmesan or Pecorino Romano.
• Pag cheese — Pag cheese is a hard, sheep's milk cheese that is similar to Pecorino Romano. If you can't find Pag cheese, you can substitute Pecorino Romano or Parmesan.
• Crusty rolls — Look for rolls that are crusty on the outside and soft on the inside. If you can't find crusty rolls, you can use a baguette or ciabatta bread.

Tips & Tricks

• To make the beef easier to slice, place it in the freezer for 30 minutes before slicing.
• If you like your cheesesteak spicy, add some sliced jalapenos or hot sauce to the sandwich.
• For a healthier version, you can use lean beef or turkey instead of sirloin.

Serving advice

Serve the Dubrovnik Delight Cheesesteak with a side of fries or a salad for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

To make the sandwich look more appealing, cut it in half diagonally and serve it on a wooden cutting board.