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Korean Steak Sandwich

A delicious fusion of tender marinated steak, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese packed in a crispy sandwich, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Fusion, korean
Servings 2 sandwiches
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

Steak Marinade

  • 2 medium or 1 large ribeye steak (approx. 320g or 0.7 lb)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp gochujang paste
  • 1 tsp minced ginger
  • 2 tbsp light brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice wine
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 sweet apple, grated (no need to peel)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil

Sandwich Components

  • 1 tbsp oil for cooking steak
  • ½ red bell pepper sliced
  • ½ yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 4 slices thick slices of bread (e.g. tiger bread, approx. 65–75g each)
  • 2 tbsp salted butter, melted
  • ¼ tsp sesame seeds
  • 75 g (2/3 cup) mature cheddar cheese, grated
  • ½ small red onion, sliced
  • 2 small jalapenos, sliced
  • 3 spring onions (scallions), sliced into thin strips

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tsp sweet chili sauce

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Place steak in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up. This makes it easier to slice thinly.
  • Once firm, slice the steak into thin (2mm) strips.
  • In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, gochujang, ginger, brown sugar, rice wine, garlic, black pepper, grated apple, and sesame oil. Add steak slices and marinate for 30 minutes (refrigerate if marinating longer).

Cooking

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated steak and cook for 4–5 minutes until caramelized. Drain any excess liquid as needed. Remove steak and let it rest on a plate.
  • In the same pan, cook bell peppers for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
  • Brush melted butter onto one side of each bread slice.
  • On two slices (butter-side down), layer cooked peppers, steak, sesame seeds, cheese, red onion, jalapenos, and scallions. Top with the remaining bread slices (butter-side up).
  • Cook sandwiches in a skillet or sandwich press over low-medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted.

Serving

  • Mix mayo and garlic for the sauce. Open sandwiches slightly and drizzle with garlic mayo and sweet chili sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

Make sure to slice the steak thinly for tender bites. Let the steak marinate for at least 30 minutes for better flavor. Feel free to add your favorite veggies like cucumbers or lettuce for extra crunch. For a spicy kick, include more jalapenos or even a sprinkle of chili flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
Keyword Cheesy Sandwich, Delicious Sandwich, Korean Steak Sandwich, Marinated Steak, Quick Meal
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