Description

These Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls are a crispy, flavorful twist on the classic Philadelphia sandwich. Featuring tender ribeye steak, sautéed peppers and onions, melted provolone cheese, all wrapped in crispy egg roll wrappers and fried to perfection. Served with a creamy, smoky chipotle dipping sauce, these egg rolls make a perfect appetizer or fun meal to share.

Ingredients

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Egg Rolls

1 lb ribeye steak, shaved/sliced thinly
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
11 egg roll wrappers, plus more if needed
7 ounces provolone cheese (about 7 slices), sliced in half
1.5 quarts peanut oil, for frying (vegetable or canola oil as substitute)

Chipotle Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise (preferably Duke’s)
1/2 cup sour cream
4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

Prep the chipotle sauce: Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle peppers, lemon juice, garlic cloves, and kosher salt in a food processor or blender. Pulse until fully blended and smooth. Transfer the sauce to a jar or bowl, cover, and refrigerate while preparing the egg rolls.
Prepare the steak: Place the sliced ribeye steak into a food processor and pulse a few times to break it down into a finer, ground steak texture. Remove and set aside on a plate.
Cook the vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter until sizzling. Add the chopped yellow onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Use a slotted spatula to transfer the cooked vegetables to a clean bowl or plate and set aside.
Cook the steak: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Once melted and sizzling, add the ground steak. Cook, stirring, until the steak is browned and cooked through. Season with garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and combine well.
Combine filling: Add the sautéed onions and peppers back into the skillet with the cooked steak. Stir everything together to combine evenly. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
Assemble the egg rolls: Fill a small bowl with about 1/3 cup water. Place one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon 2 heaping tablespoons of the meat and vegetable mixture into the center of the wrapper, then top with half a provolone cheese slice. Lightly dab the edges of the wrapper with water to moisten. Fold in the sides, then roll tightly into a log shape, sealing the edges to secure the filling. Place assembled egg rolls on a tray. Repeat until all filling is used.
Fry the egg rolls: In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat peanut oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350-370°F (use a deep-fry thermometer). Carefully add a few egg rolls at a time, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until egg rolls are golden brown and crispy. Transfer cooked egg rolls to a wire rack set on a baking sheet or a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Maintain oil temperature between batches.
Serve and enjoy: Serve the hot, crispy Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls immediately with the creamy chipotle dipping sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

You can substitute vegetable or canola oil if peanut oil is unavailable for frying.
Ensure the oil temperature stays between 350-370°F for optimal crispiness without absorbing excess oil.
For ease in sealing, do not overfill each egg roll wrapper; use just enough filling to roll tightly.
If you don’t have a food processor for the steak, you can finely chop the ribeye by hand but the texture may vary slightly.
Leftover chipotle sauce keeps well covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Philly Cheesesteak, Egg Rolls, Appetizer, Fried Snacks, Cheese, Steak, Chipotle Sauce