Ultimate Rustic Beef Cheesesteak with Homemade Sesame Sub Rolls & Crispy Onion Rings

👩🏻‍🍳 Preparation Steps for Homemade Sesame Sub Rolls:

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and knead for 8-10 minutes until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4. Punch down the dough and divide it into four equal portions. Shape each portion into a long sub roll.
5. Place the shaped rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F). Brush the proofed rolls with the beaten egg and generously sprinkle with sesame seeds.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom. Let cool before slicing.

👩🏻‍🍳 Preparation Steps for Quick Marinated Green Peppers:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced green chili peppers, sliced garlic, and chopped cilantro.
2. Add the salt, dark vinegar, and fresh lemon juice. Toss the mixture thoroughly to combine.
3. Pack the seasoned pepper mixture tightly into clean glass jars.
4. Pour olive oil into the jars until the peppers are completely submerged to preserve them. Seal and store.

👩🏻‍🍳 Preparation Steps for Crispy Fried Onion Rings:

1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, water, eggs, salt, paprika, and lemon zest to create a smooth, thick batter.
2. Place the breadcrumbs in a separate shallow dish.
3. Dip each onion ring into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated, and allow any excess to drip off.
4. Transfer the battered ring into the breadcrumbs, pressing gently so the crumbs adhere completely.
5. Heat the frying oil in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F). Fry the breaded onion rings in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.

👩🏻‍🍳 Preparation Steps for Rustic Beef Cheesesteak Filling:

1. Place the thinly sliced beef in a bowl and toss with the dark sauce, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Let it marinate briefly.
2. Heat half of the cooking oil on a large flat griddle or wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until softened and lightly caramelized, then push them to one side of the pan.
3. In the same pan, briefly sauté the sliced green chili peppers until fragrant, then push them aside with the onions.
4. Add the remaining oil to the hot pan and spread the marinated beef slices in a single layer. Sear quickly for 2-3 minutes until browned.
5. Mix the cooked beef, caramelized onions, and peppers together in the center of the griddle.
6. Grate the chilled butter directly over the hot meat mixture and stir to incorporate for added richness.
7. Sprinkle the grated melting cheese evenly over the meat mixture and let it melt completely.
8. Slice the freshly baked sesame rolls open. Scoop the hot, cheesy beef filling directly into the rolls and serve immediately alongside the crispy onion rings and marinated peppers.