Philly cheesesteak combines everything great about sandwiches: savory, cheesy, and full of juicy meat strips.
However, eating a Philly cheesesteak sandwich may ruin your low-carb diet. Philly cheesesteak lettuce wraps are nice substitutes for the original.
Taking a clue from British lettuce sandwiches and Asian leaf wraps, these snacks are fulfilling, delicious, but healthier than the regular versions.
When to Serve Them?
Low-carb Philly cheesesteak wrap is great finger food. You can serve the wraps in a party as fancy yet healthy snacks.
The sensation of rolling the meat and cheese in lettuce makes it a fun eating experience.
The sensation of rolling the meat and cheese in lettuce makes it a fun eating experience.
You can also serve these wraps in a weekend meal or family BBQ.
Giving a low-carb version of the regular meaty dish accommodates any family members, friends, or guests who have diet restrictions.
You can also encourage children to eat more vegetables.
Keto Philly cheesesteak also serves as a quick, healthy, and delicious lunch or dinner. Using lean, high-quality meat gives you a high protein amount, with low fat intake.
Ingredients
Ribeye is a perfect steak to make Philly cheesesteak. The meat has fat marbling that makes it flavorful, but still tender.
You need 1.5 pounds of meat, large lettuce, onions, and bell peppers (red and green) to compose the dish.
The ideal Philly cheesesteak recipe must use American cheese, but you can also pick a popular cheese type.
Provolone is a popular Italian cheese in Philadelphia, ideal for a sandwich because of its stretchiness.
This recipe does not melt the cheese with the sandwich but uses it as sprinkles. Shred the cheese beforehand.
The condiments are also simple. You need 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, and olive oil.
Directions
Start by slicing the onions and peppers. It will make the cooking process easier.
Next, cut your steak into thin strips. You need to calculate the size of the strips to get an ideal bite.
Remember, you will bundle the meat with other ingredients in lettuce. Sear the meat until cooked enough before mixing it with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Use the same pan to sear onions and peppers with the butter. Once they become tender, return the meat mixture into the pan. Stir until everything is mixed and tender.
Now you are ready! Set aside your meat first to cool it down (hot meat will wilt the lettuce).
Wash the lettuce and separate it into individual leaves while waiting for the meat to be ready.
How to Enjoy
Here’s how you should enjoy this sandwich. Take lettuce and place the meat mixture.
Make sure the amount is enough to roll the lettuce tightly. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on the meat before rolling/folding the lettuce.
You can also arrange the lettuce wrap beforehand. Place the leaves on a big plate or clean wooden block.
Arrange the meat on each leaf and sprinkle the cheese on top. It’s best to use iceberg lettuce since this variant is bigger and sturdier than most edible lettuces.
Philly cheesesteak lettuce wraps can satisfy your sandwich craving without ruining a keto diet.
Enjoy this lettuce sandwich whenever you like without feeling guilty!