These Philly cheesesteak egg rolls are the perfect fusion of two beloved foods. Delicious & packed to the gills with cheese, peppers, onions, & juicy Beef!
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These crispy Philly cheesesteak egg rolls are the perfect addition to your next casual party appetizer tray. They blend all the wonderful things about Beefy, satisfying Philly cheesesteak with the wonders of a crispy fried egg roll. This is for all you lovers of fusion food out there!
Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls Video
How to Make the Best Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
Making these easy Philly cheesesteak egg rolls is not that different from making traditional egg rolls. The only difference is that tasty cheesesteak filling!
- Prepare the Beef: First off, slice the Beef into very thin strips. Set it aside.
- Chop the Veggies: Next, dice the onion and green bell pepper and sauté them in a little olive oil just until they soften. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Pour the rest of the oil into the pan and cook the Beef on medium-high heat until golden brown.
- Build the Filling: Then, add the vegetables back into the pan with the Beef, season with salt and pepper. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Assemble the Egg Rolls: Assemble the wrappers in a single layer on a clean work surface. Top each with slices of provolone, followed by a bit of the filling mixture. Wrap the egg rolls according to the package instructions.
- Fry the Egg Rolls: Next, preheat a deep pot with oil to 350°F and fry a few egg rolls at a time until golden brown.
- Drain the Egg Rolls: Lastly, remove the egg rolls from the oil and rest them on a stack of paper towels to drain the excess grease for a few minutes. Serve them up with your favorite dipping sauces and dig in!
Bake or Air Fry Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls Instead
Don’t want to deal with deep-frying? No problem. You can easily bake or air fry your egg rolls instead to cut down on grease and splattering oil.
Baking Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
First, lay the egg rolls out flat in a single layer on a baking sheet. They will need to bake at 425°F for 15 minutes to get nice and crispy. If they are still too soft after 15 minutes, give them a couple or more.
Air Frying Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
To air fry these egg rolls, lay them out in a single layer in the air fryer basket, giving each roll sufficient space to prevent any sticking. Lastly, air fry them at 375°F for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
5 Tips for the Crispiest Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
Just a handful of tips will help you make the most mouthwatering batch of crispy cheesesteak egg rolls.
- Don’t overcrowd the Beef during the cooking process. Avoid overcrowding the Beef in the skillet, as it will take so much longer to get a nice golden brown sear. If you have to, panfry the meat in batches.
- Avoid overcooking the veggies – a little bit is good! We recommend that you only cook the veggies until they begin to soften for good reason. A little bite to the red peppers and onions gives these egg rolls so much texture!
- Don’t overstuff the egg rolls. Avoid overstuffing the egg rolls, as they will easily come apart and explode in the fryer oil.
- Seal the egg roll wrappers with a little water. If you’re having a hard time sealing the seam of your egg roll, use a little dab of water to “glue” it down.
- Keep your frying oil at 350°F. For optimal crispiness, try to keep your frying oil at or around 350°F. If you have to, test the temperature of the oil with a candy thermometer.
Storing, Freezing, & Reheating
While nothing compares to eating egg rolls straight out of the frying oil, there are some great storage methods to prevent them from turning soggy. Here’s all you need to know…
- Storing: To keep the egg rolls fresh for 2-3 days, store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to prevent them from turning soggy and limp.
- Freezing: It’s best to freeze egg rolls raw and fry them from frozen. To do so, lay them out on a baking sheet and pop them into the freezer. Once frozen, store them in a bag for up to a month.
Reheating Tip: The best way to reheat egg rolls is in the air fryer or the oven. Avoid microwaving them all-together, as they will just turn soggy!
What cut of meat is best for Philly cheesesteak?
The best cut of meat for a Philly cheesesteak is hands down ribeye. This marbled, fatty meat yields so much flavor and makes for a perfect bite into the hefty sandwich.
How do you roll Philly cheesesteak egg rolls?
Rolling a Philly cheesesteak egg roll is just like rolling a typical egg roll. To do so, place the egg roll wrappers on top of a clean work surface in a diamond shape. Pop the filling and cheese into the center of the wrap. Pull the bottom corner over the filling and fold the two side pieces into the center. Roll the filling inside toward the top corner and seal the seam with a little water.
What kinds of dip go with Philly cheesesteak egg rolls?
The best dip for Philly cheesesteak egg rolls is ranch dressing. That said, you can’t go wrong! Serve them alongside garlic aioli or even your favorite spicy or sweet chili sauce.
What is the best cheese for Philly cheesesteak?
While there’s much debate as to what the best cheese for Philly cheesesteak is, most would say provolone cheese is the top choice. This is followed by American cheese and Cheez-Wiz.
More of Philly Cheesesteak Recipes
- Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
- Easy Philly Cheesesteak Recipe
- Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
- Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joes
Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb Beef Flank or Ribeye
- 2 tbsp oil avocado or olive
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 large green bell pepper chopped
- 1 tbsp salt adjust to taste
- 1 tsp ground black pepper adjust to taste
- 8 slices provolone
- 16 egg roll wrappers
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice the Beef into very thin strips and set it aside.
- Dice the onion and bell pepper. Place a tablespoon of oil in a pan preheated to medium-low. Add in the diced veggies and sauté them just until they soften. Remove the veggies and set them aside.
- Pour the remaining oil into the same pan and cook the Beef on medium-high heat until golden brown. Add the veggies back into the pan with the Beef, season with salt and pepper. Remove the skillet from heat.
- On a clean work surface, place a couple of egg roll wrappers down. Top each with 1/3 slice of provolone in the center, followed by a bit of the veggie and meat filling.
- Wrap the egg rolls according to the package instructions.
- Preheat a deep pan with oil to 350°F. Fry a few egg rolls at a time until they are golden brown on all sides. Remove the egg rolls from the oil and lay them on a stack of paper towels to drain the excess grease.
I just checked out your Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls recipe here! This innovative fusion of classic Philly cheesesteak flavors with the crispy delight of egg rolls is a culinary masterpiece. The detailed step-by-step instructions make the process seem so approachable.
Glad you enjoyed them. Thank you!
Where do you get the egg role wrappers or brand ?
Hey Diane, You can find them at most grocery stores in the refrigerator section. I just get whatever brand that store has. I hope this helps!
What’s a good dipping sauce for these?
Hi Amanda, personally I use ranch but think a cheese sauce would be really good for dipping. Like a good queso dip would be amazing. Hope you love it.
Natalya can I make ahead & freeze them.
Hi Michael, Yes! Freeze them raw and I recommend frying them straight out of the freezer as well! Enjoy!
Thank you for this recipe!!! Just found your site and so far I'm loving every recipe.
Hi A.J., I appreciate the kind feedback! I'm so glad you're enjoying the recipes!
these sound good and I'll try them but you show a dip of some kind and don't tell us what it is
Hey Thomas, I have that answer on the blog. Hope this helps! "The best dip for Philly cheesesteak egg rolls is ranch dressing. That said, you can’t go wrong! Serve them alongside garlic aioli or even your favorite spicy or sweet chili sauce."