Italian Cheese Steak Recipe
Tri tip, smoked mozzarella, pepperoncini, cherry peppers, lemon garlic aioli, artisan roll, served with your choice of green salad or cup of tomato basil soup
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Ingredients
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Italian Cheese Steak Sandwich
Lemon Garlic Aioli
Method
Italian Cheese Steak Sandwich
- 1
Prepare the Tri-Tip
Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Pat the tri-tip dry and season evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Sear and Slice
Sear the tri-tip for 3–4 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. Transfer to a cutting board and rest for 10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
- 3
- 4
Assemble the Sandwiches
Return sliced tri-tip to the skillet and toss with the peppers. Divide the mixture evenly onto the artisan rolls. Top generously with smoked mozzarella.
- 5
Bake
Place assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the rolls are lightly toasted.
Lemon Garlic Aioli
- 6
Mix the Aioli
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, and salt until smooth and creamy.
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