The first time I made it my son declared it a keeper and said, “I could eat this for lunch every weekend”. Well, we don’t have it every weekend but more like every few weeks.
There are some important things to note. The caramelized onions make this sandwich. This is not a process to rush or skip.
You risk burning them and having to start over. Good caramelized onions should take about 15 minutes. I always use my cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat. Melt the butter then add the onions and salt them. (Salting can be optional, if necessary.)
Learn how to make perfect caramelized onions every time. You’ll be glad to know how and you’ll use them often.
Another step not to be skipped, or rushed, is toasting the hoagie rolls. I purchase rolls in the bakery at my favorite supermarket. By all means, use your favorite rolls.
This sandwich would be delicious on French or Cuban bread as well. If the rolls aren’t sliced, cut them all the way through.
Butter cut side and toast, butter side down, until golden. When serving place meat on the bottom half then top with onions.
Cheese is optional. I don’t put it on my sandwich by my husband likes a slice of provolone.
Often when I make the sandwich I serve fried onion strings with it. To complete the meal, if making these sandwiches for dinner, creamy coleslaw is another delicious side.
Steak Sandwich with Caramelized Onions
Steak sandwiches with caramelized opinions will make anyone happy.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 stick butter
- 2 pounds (to 3 Pounds) cube steak
- Salt and pepper
- 4 whole hoagie rolls, sliced in half lengthwise
Instructions
- Slice onions and cook in 2 tablespoons stick butter until soft and light brown. Remove and set aside.
- Slice cube steak against the grain. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons butter over high heat (in same skillet) until melted and beginning to brown. Add meat in single layer. Cook one side until brown, then flip and cook until brown,.
- Butter cut side of halved hoagie rolls, with remaining butter, and brown in skillet or on flat side of a grill pan.
- To assemble, lay bottom half of roll on plate. Place meat mixture, followed by a spoonful of juice from the pan. Top with other half of roll. Cut in half before serving.
Notes
This recipe is adapted from The Pioneer Woman
Anne Lawton says
You can’t beat a good steak sandwich. I love the caramelized onions. Yum!
Sandi says
Steak sandwich is such a classic. It is definitely one that we like to make for comfort food.
Danielle Wolter says
I sure do love recipe with caramelized onions. This looks like the ultimate steak sandwich!
Ben Myhre says
Right up my alley. I love all of these ingredients and would munch this up for a lunch or a great dinner. This looks tasty because it is tasty.
Cristie | Little Big H says
I love caramelised onions, they are just so good. I love the look of this sandwich as well.
Suzy says
Anything with caramelized onions is great in my book!
Courtney says
This is exactly the kind of sandwich my husband would love me to make him for lunch!
Vicky says
I just recently got a cast iron skillet so I’ve got to try using it to make the caramelized onions! YUM!
Camilla at Culinary Adventures says
Caramelized onions are the best, Ellen! Thanks for joining me and sharing this fab recipe for Fathers’ Day! Happy, happy.