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A bold twist on a Philly classic, these Smoked Brisket Cheesesteaks combine tender, smoky slices of brisket with caramelized onions, melty cheese, and toasted hoagie rolls. It’s the perfect way to use leftover smoked brisket—or a good excuse to make a new one. These sandwiches are indulgent, satisfying, and layered with BBQ-meets-deli flavor.
⏱️ Prep Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
(Longer if smoking brisket from scratch)
🍳 Equipment
- Large skillet or griddle
- Tongs or spatula
- Cutting board & sharp knife
- Optional: broiler or toaster oven
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 4 Sandwiches)
🥩 For the Cheesesteaks:
- 1 to 1½ lbs smoked brisket, thinly sliced or chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 4 hoagie rolls, split
- 8 slices provolone, white American, or cheez whiz
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional: BBQ sauce, mayo, or aioli
🧄 Ingredient Notes
- Brisket: Use leftover brisket or buy pre-smoked from a BBQ joint. Slice it thin across the grain or chop it for easier stacking.
- Cheese: Provolone for a classic, creamy melt; white American for nostalgic Philly vibes; cheez whiz for the purist’s take.
- Onions: Caramelizing them slowly adds sweet depth—don’t skip!
- Rolls: Use soft hoagie or sub rolls with enough structure to hold juicy fillings.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Sauté the Onions & Peppers
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions (and bell peppers if using).
- Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized.
- Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.
2. Heat the Brisket
- In the same pan, add sliced or chopped brisket.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
- Optional: Add a splash of beef broth or BBQ sauce to moisten.
3. Assemble the Sandwiches
- Preheat broiler or toaster oven (optional).
- Split the rolls and place a layer of brisket on the bottom half.
- Top with onions (and peppers), then 2 slices of cheese per sandwich.
- Place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Top with other half of the roll and press gently.
4. Serve
Serve immediately with chips, fries, or a simple coleslaw.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Sandwich – Approximate)
- Calories: 700
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 38g
- Carbs: 50g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
(Varies based on brisket fat content and choice of cheese/roll)
💡 Tips & Variations
🔪 Tips
- Don’t overheat brisket: It can dry out. Add a splash of liquid when reheating if needed.
- Cheese first: If you want ultra melty cheese, lay it directly on the meat in the pan before transferring to the roll.
- Toasty rolls: Lightly toast the inside of the hoagie rolls on a skillet or under the broiler for texture and structure.
🥪 Variations
- BBQ Cheesesteak: Drizzle brisket with BBQ sauce and top with pickled jalapeños.
- Tex-Mex Style: Add sautéed poblano peppers, pepper jack cheese, and chipotle mayo.
- Mushroom Melt: Add sautéed mushrooms for extra umami.
- Brisket French Dip: Serve with a side of warm au jus for dipping.
