Vegan Philly Cheesesteak Recipe – American Special
Craving a plant-based sandwich that truly delivers on flavor? This Vegan Philly Cheesesteak recipe gives you all the indulgence of the original without the meat. Think sautéed onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and seasoned vegan beef strips wrapped in a toasted hoagie roll, topped with melting vegan cheese. Totally meatless, yet utterly satisfying, this flavor-packed version turns any lunch or dinner into a celebration of taste.
- Prep Time20 min
- Cook Time15 min
- Total Time35 min
Vegan Philly Cheesesteak Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 block of vegan beef strips or soy curls (or 1 cup of marinated tempeh or seitan)
- 1/4 cup vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hoagie rolls or sub rolls
- 1 cup vegan cheese (shredded or slices)
How to make Vegan Philly Cheesesteak
Prepare the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the bell peppers and mushrooms. Continue to cook until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
Cook the Vegan Beef: Add the vegan beef strips (or soy curls, tempeh, or seitan) to the skillet with the vegetables.
Stir in the vegan Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the vegan beef is heated through and well coated with the seasonings.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the hoagie rolls on a baking sheet.
Divide the vegetable and vegan beef mixture evenly among the rolls.
Top each with a generous amount of vegan cheese.
Bake: Bake the sandwiches in the preheated oven for about 5-10 minutes, or until the rolls are toasted and the cheese has melted.
Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately. Enjoy your flavorful Vegan Philly Cheesesteak! This plant-based twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak offers all the savory goodness of the original with vegan-friendly ingredients.
Recipe Notes:
Cooking Tips: Use medium heat when sautéing the vegetables so they soften without burning. Caramelizing onions properly adds depth to the flavor.
Ingredient Alternatives: If vegan beef strips are unavailable, swap with marinated tempeh or seitan. For dairy-like richness, try different vegan cheeses (slice or shred) or even a smoked variety to mimic that classic cheesesteak taste.
Prep Time: Slice all the vegetables ahead of time, and if possible, marinate the vegan beef strip substitute in sauce overnight to cut down active cooking time.
Storage Suggestions: Store the filling separately from the hoagie rolls to prevent sogginess. Kept in an airtight container, the filling lasts up to 3 days refrigerated.
Melting Cheese Advice: To ensure the vegan cheese melts nicely, cover the sandwiches with foil while baking for the last few minutes. A quick torch or broiler finish (if safe and available) helps achieve that ooey-gooey texture.
