Keto Omaha

Who says you need a hoagie roll to enjoy a Philly Cheesesteak? This Keto Philly Cheesesteak keeps all the juicy steak, melted cheese, and sautéed peppers & onions while swapping out the bread for a cheesy chaffle, lettuce wrap, or portobello mushroom bun!

Ingredients (Serves 2)

🥩 For the Cheesesteak Filling:

• 10 oz ribeye steak (thinly sliced)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

🌶 For the Sautéed Veggies:

• ½ green bell pepper (sliced)

• ½ red bell pepper (sliced)

• ½ small onion (sliced)

• 1 tablespoon butter

🧀 For the Cheese:

• 4 slices provolone cheese or ½ cup shredded mozzarella

🥓 For the Keto Bread Alternative (Choose One!):

1️⃣ Chaffle “Bun” (Makes 2 Chaffles):

• 1 egg

• ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

• 1 tablespoon almond flour (optional, for texture)

• ½ teaspoon baking powder

2️⃣ Portobello Mushroom “Bun”:

• 2 large portobello mushrooms (grilled or roasted)

3️⃣ Lettuce Wrap:

• 2 large butter lettuce leaves

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Steak:

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

• Season steak slices with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

• Sear steak for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned but still tender.

• Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2️⃣ Sauté the Peppers & Onions:

• In the same pan, melt butter and sauté sliced peppers & onions for 4-5 minutes until soft.

3️⃣ Melt the Cheese:

• Return the steak to the pan and top with provolone cheese.

• Cover with a lid for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted.

4️⃣ Make the Keto Bread Substitute:

(If using a chaffle bun)

• Preheat a mini waffle maker.

• Mix egg, shredded cheese, almond flour, and baking powder.

• Pour batter into the waffle maker and cook for 3-4 minutes until crispy.

5️⃣ Assemble the Philly Cheesesteak:

• Chaffle Version: Place steak, melted cheese, and veggies between two chaffles.

• Portobello Version: Serve inside grilled or roasted portobello mushroom caps.

• Lettuce Wrap Version: Wrap in large butter lettuce leaves.

🔥 Pro Tip: Serve with a side of keto garlic aioli or sugar-free marinara sauce!

Nutrition Info (Per Serving – 1 Philly Cheesesteak with Chaffle Bun)

• Calories: ~520

• Protein: ~45g

• Fat: ~35g

• Net Carbs: ~5g