Frita Cheesesteak

Add an irresistible twist to your sandwich game with this Frita Cheesesteak, a bold fusion of Cuban and classic Philly flavors. Juicy ground beef and pork are seasoned to perfection with a smoky, spiced blend of paprika, cumin, and garlic, then paired with caramelized onions and peppers for a flavorful filling. Melted provolone cheese blankets the mixture before it's tucked into toasty hoagie rolls, and the final touch—a crunchy layer of potato sticks with a drizzle of ketchup—delivers the signature Cuban flair. Ready in just 35 minutes, this savory, crispy, cheesy sandwich is perfect for a quick dinner or game-day crowd-pleaser. Keywords: Frita Cheesesteak recipe, Cuban cheesesteak, quick dinner sandwiches, ground beef and pork sandwich, potato stick sandwich topping.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 8 oz Ground beef
• 8 oz Ground pork
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Cumin
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 6 slices Provolone cheese
• 3 Hoagie rolls
• 1 cup Potato sticks
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 1 tsp Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Mix well until the spices are evenly distributed through the meat.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the spiced meat mixture and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer the meat to a plate and set aside.

Step 3

Thinly slice the yellow onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the onions and peppers over medium heat until they are softened and slightly caramelized, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

While the vegetables cook, preheat your oven's broiler on high and slice the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise. Place the rolls cut-side up on a baking sheet.

Step 5

Once the onions and peppers are done, return the cooked meat to the skillet and mix everything together. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Divide the meat and vegetable mixture evenly among the three hoagie rolls. Top each with two slices of provolone cheese, overlapping slightly to cover the filling.

Step 7

Place the sandwiches under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, just until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.

Step 8

Remove the sandwiches from the oven and sprinkle potato sticks on top of the cheese. Add a drizzle of ketchup, and hot sauce if desired, before closing the sandwiches.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Frita Cheesesteak!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1411.1 grams (1411.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3028

Total Fat 181.80g	233%
Saturated Fat 71.20g	356%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.60g
Cholesterol 475mg	158%
Sodium 6107mg	266%
Total Carbohydrate 185.90g	68%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 34.20g
Protein 167.70g	335%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1740mg	134%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 2188mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 24.4%