Crispy, cheesy, game-day perfect
These Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls are the ultimate comfort-food mashup—crispy on the outside, juicy and cheesy on the inside. Classic cheesesteak flavors like tender beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and melty cheese are wrapped in golden egg roll wrappers for an irresistible handheld bite. Perfect for parties, game days, or an easy dinner appetizer, they cook fast and disappear even faster. You get all the bold, savory goodness of a Philly cheesesteak with the crunch everyone loves. Bonus: they can be fried, baked, or air-fried, making them easy to fit any kitchen routine.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 10–12 egg rolls
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb thinly sliced beef steak (ribeye or sirloin)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 6 slices provolone cheese, torn in half
- 10–12 egg roll wrappers
- Water, for sealing wrappers
- Oil, for frying (or cooking spray for baking/air frying)
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large skillet
- Tongs or spatula
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Small bowl (for water)
- Deep pan or air fryer (depending on cooking method)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook the filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell peppers; cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant 😊
- Add beef: Add sliced beef, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook 4–5 minutes, stirring often, until beef is cooked through and slightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble egg rolls: Lay an egg roll wrapper in a diamond shape. Place 2–3 tablespoons of beef mixture in the center, top with provolone, fold bottom corner up, fold sides in, and roll tightly. Seal edges with water ✨
- Cook:
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry egg rolls 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Air Fry: Spray lightly with oil and cook at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Bake: Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, turning once.
- Serve: Let cool slightly and serve hot with dipping sauce 🧀
💡 Pro Tips
- Make ahead: Assemble egg rolls and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Freezing: Freeze uncooked egg rolls for up to 2 months; cook straight from frozen.
- Cheese swap: Mozzarella or white American melts beautifully if provolone isn’t available.
- Dipping ideas: Garlic aioli, spicy ketchup, or cheese sauce take these over the top.