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Keto Philly Cheesesteak and Waffles – tasty low carb dinner!

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These keto Philly cheesesteaks and waffles are the perfect cure for those your cheesesteak cravings. Steak, peppers and onions topping a savory cheese waffle and covered in provolone cheese. One serving on 1 waffle is only 3.5g net carbs! This post is sponsored by the Certified Angus Beef ® brand in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own. #Steakholder #BestAngusBeef

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3 cheese waffles with Philly cheesesteak on top all on a cookie sheet.

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I’m sure I’ve mentioned before that we love peppers and onions on just about anything. In this keto Philly cheesesteak and waffles recipe I’ve added a good piece of beef and a savory cheese waffle and it was delicious! It’s a very easy keto recipe and I think everyone will like it! Best of all for me, each serving has only 3.5g net carbs.

What type of meat for a Keto Philly cheesesteak

Typically a Philly cheesesteak is made with thinly cut ribeye steak which can be a bit expensive. Also sometimes your grocery store will have beef already sliced up for a cheesesteak. I wanted to use Certified Angus Beef ® brand so after discussing this with the butcher at Giant Eagle I decided to try a sirloin steak. He was worried I’d have trouble cutting it thin but I found away.

 

 

 

 

Skillet filled with steak, onions and peppers.

 

The secret to think slices of beef

My husband told me this trick. Just freeze the meat for about an hour before using and it will be much easier to slice. Also use a good knife which I bought from Cutco many many years ago.

 

yellow cutting board with raw steak, onions and peppers

 

Keto Cheesesteak ingredients

To  me a cheesesteak involves good beef, thinly cut onions and peppers and a good melty cheese on top. Being keto the bun is kind of out the question but I got around that by using my cheese waffles. They were dynamite together! I would venture to say they were even better than a bun. 

 

Cheese waffles on a cookie sheet topped with cheesesteak

Low Carb Cheesesteak REcipe

  1. In a large saute pan, add some oil and heat to medium high.
  2. Add the steak, peppers and onions and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Saute until the meat is done and the vegetables are to your liking. 
  4. Meanwhile make your cheese waffles (recipe here).
  5. Place waffles on a cookie sheet and then top with the meat mixture.
  6. Add a slice of provolone and set under the broiler until the cheese is melted. 

 

cookie sheet with 3 cheese waffles with cheesesteak on top and white plate and fork.

How to eat these cheese waffles and cheesesteaks

I like using a fork, however that doesn’t mean you can use two waffles to make a bun. It will be a little messier than your typical bun but it can be done. I personally like having more meat and vegetables than the cheese waffle so a open face sandwich worked better for me.

A cheese waffle with cheesesteak topping and fork with a bite on it.

 

You can also eat this straight from the skillet. I have these mini cast iron skillets that you can divide the meat up and place cheese on top. Eat it right from the skilled for an even lower carb dinner. I think I bought these skillets at Target many years ago but they have them on Amazon too!. I used them in the low carb skillet chocolate cake too.

 

 

2 mini cast iron skillets with cheesesteak filling inside and red tea towel.

 

This keto Philly cheesesteak is really, really tasty and I could eat them right out of the pan. The following is the nutrition for the waffles and beef mixture separately.This assumes the meat makes 6 servings.

The nutrition for 2 waffles (1 bun) is:

165 cals / 12.3g fat / 2g carbs / 0.4g fiber / 11.8g protein = 1.6g net carbs 

The nutrition for 1 serving cheesesteak mixture:

226 cals / 9.3g fat / 3.9g carbs / 1.2g fiber / 29.1g protein = 2.7g net carbs

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Keto Philly cheesesteaks and Waffles

These keto Philly cheesesteaks and waffles are the perfect cure for those your cheesesteak cravings. Steak, peppers and onions topping a savory cheese waffle and covered in provolone cheese. One serving on 1 waffle is only 3.5g net carbs!

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword beef, cheesesteak, savory waffles
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 226 kcal
Author Denise

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoons oil
  • 1 lb sirloin steak, thinly sliced or shaved
  • 1 cup green pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup red and orange peppers , sliced
  • 1/2 cup onion, sliced
  • 6 pieces provolone slices
  • 6 cheese waffles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat up a large skillet to medium high heat and add oil. 

  2. When the oil is hot, add the meat, onions and peppers. Sprinkle salt and pepper over it and saute until the meat is done and the vegetables are soft - about 15 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile make your cheese waffles if using. See recipe here: https://mylifecookbook.com/low-carb-cheese-waffle-burger/

  4. When both waffles and meat mixture is done, place six waffles on a cookie sheet. Divide the mixture on each waffle and top with a slice of provolone cheese.

  5. Place under the broiler until the cheese is melted.

  6. Note you can also eat this with the waffle. Try it right from the skillet. Just add the cheese at the end and place the whole skillet under the broiler.

By the way I recently joined this  Certified Angus Beef® Kitchen Facebook group and have been learning great beef tips. It really helped me to make my first prime rib! For more information about Certified Angus Beef ® brand follow them on their Social Media Platforms: Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter

 

 

 

 

Skillet with cheesesteak filling and a cookie sheet with the waffles and topping with text overlay.

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Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. You should always do your own calculations if you are concerned about the accuracy of this or any recipe. I use the Lose It app for all of my nutritional information because I have for years.

Comments

  3. Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life

    March 25, 2019 at 12:29 am

    You had me at cheesesteak and then again at waffles! My husband is such a cheesesteak fan but I rarely make it because I’m just not a fan of subs. More often than not it’s just too much bread for my taste. But I bet I would love it with a nice, crispy waffle underneath! We’ll definitely be giving this a try.

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  7. Karyl Henry

    March 24, 2019 at 9:28 am

    I LOVE the cheese waffle idea! Such a great twist on the traditional cheesesteak. And I love a good cheesesteak too…I always overload mine with the peppers and onions.

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  9. Michelle

    March 23, 2019 at 11:37 am

    What a great idea! I love onions and peppers with everything, can’t get enough of them! Love how this is low carb too, great recipe.

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  12. Amanda

    March 21, 2019 at 9:09 pm

    This is easily one of the most unique waffles recipes I’ve seen! Such a brilliant idea. And you can’t go wrong with those cheesesteak toppings. Thanks for sharing!

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