Recipe
Vegetarian Cheesesteak
Philly-Style Veggie Cheesesteak
4.4 out of 5
This vegetarian version of the classic Philly cheesesteak is perfect for those following a vegetarian diet. It's made with seitan, a protein-rich meat substitute, and topped with melted cheese and sautéed onions and peppers. This dish is a great way to enjoy the flavors of Philly without the meat.
Metadata
Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
5 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, High-protein, Low-carb, Low-sugar, Kosher
Allergens
Wheat, Dairy
Not suitable for
Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Paleo, Low-fat
Ingredients
This vegetarian version of the cheesesteak replaces the traditional beef with seitan, a meat substitute made from wheat gluten. The rest of the ingredients remain the same, including the cheese, onions, and peppers. We alse have the original recipe for Cheesesteak, so you can check it out.
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1 pound (450g) seitan, sliced thinly 1 pound (450g) seitan, sliced thinly
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2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
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1 large onion, sliced thinly 1 large onion, sliced thinly
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1 green bell pepper, sliced thinly 1 green bell pepper, sliced thinly
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1 red bell pepper, sliced thinly 1 red bell pepper, sliced thinly
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4 hoagie rolls 4 hoagie rolls
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8 slices provolone cheese 8 slices provolone cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
- Calories: 550 kcal / 2300 KJ
- Fat: 22g (13g saturated)
- Carbohydrates: 50g (10g sugars)
- Protein: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Salt: 2g
Preparation
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1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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2.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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3.Add the onions and peppers and sauté until they are soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
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4.Add the seitan to the skillet and cook until it is heated through, about 5 minutes.
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5.Cut the hoagie rolls in half and place them on a baking sheet.
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6.Place 2 slices of provolone cheese on each roll.
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7.Divide the seitan mixture evenly among the rolls.
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8.Top each roll with the sautéed onions and peppers.
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9.Bake the sandwiches in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
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10.Serve hot.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Seitan — Be sure to slice the seitan thinly so that it cooks evenly and absorbs the flavors of the onions and peppers.
Tips & Tricks
- If you can't find seitan, you can use thinly sliced portobello mushrooms instead.
- For a spicier version, add some hot sauce or sliced jalapeños to the sandwich.
- To make the sandwich even more authentic, serve it with a side of crispy fries.
Serving advice
Serve the cheesesteak hot, straight out of the oven, with a side of fries or a salad.
Presentation advice
Cut the sandwich in half diagonally and serve it on a plate with a side of fries or a salad.
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