Vegan Philly Cheesesteak
A hearty plant-based twist on a classic comfort food.
There's something about a good cheesesteak that just hits the spot — warm hoagie bread, savory steak, melted cheese, and sautéed veggies. Growing up around New York and the Northeast, this was one of those street-food classics that always smelled incredible.
The good news? You don't need meat or dairy to enjoy this iconic sandwich. This Vegan Philly Cheesesteak is packed with flavor using plant-based steak, sautéed onions and peppers, and melty vegan cheese. It's quick to make, satisfying, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or even game day.
Ingredients
- •1 package plant-based steak (Beyond Meat recommended)
- •1 cup vegan cheddar cheese shreds or homemade vegan cheese whiz
- •1 sweet onion, cut into wedges or diced
- •1 bell pepper (green or red), sliced
- •2–4 hoagie rolls
- •Vegan mayo & mustard (optional)
Seasonings
- •Salt
- •Black pepper
- •Garlic powder
- •Onion powder
- •Steak seasoning (optional)
- •Splash of soy sauce for extra umami
Cooking Process
Prep the vegan cheese whiz
Add the cheese whiz
Assemble and serve
Instructions
- 1
Prep your ingredients
Slice your onions and peppers. If you're making a vegan cheese whiz, prepare it ahead of time so the flavors can set and thicken.
- 2
Cook the plant-based steak
Prepare your plant-based steak according to the package instructions. Once cooked, set it aside.
- 3
Sauté the vegetables
In the same pan, sauté the onions and peppers over medium heat until softened and slightly caramelized. Add the cooked plant-based steak back into the pan and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, steak seasoning, and a splash of soy sauce. Stir everything together so the flavors combine.
- 4
Assemble the sandwich
Lightly toast your hoagie roll if desired. Fill it with the steak and veggie mixture, then top with vegan cheddar shreds or cheese whiz. Add vegan mayo or mustard if you like, and serve hot.
The Finished Sandwich
