Philly cheese steak is an iconic comfort dish originating from Philadelphia. It’s a sandwich made with steak, cheese, and various condiments on a long roll.
But the question remains: what sauce goes on it?
The classic topping for a philly cheese steak is Cheez Whiz, although it can be made with other types of cheese such as American, Swiss, or Monterey Jack. Provolone and mozzarella are also popular options.
You can add special sauces to your sandwich for those looking for something beyond basic melted cheese. Here are some of the most common spices that go on Philly cheesesteaks:
Cheese Sauce
Cheese sauce brings more richness (and calories) to your philly cheesesteak sandwich. Cheddar, gouda, or béchamel sauce can all be used to take your lunch to the next level!
Heat up the cheese of your choice in a pot before pouring it over the shredded steak and melting it.
Mayonnaise/Mustard
Adding mayonnaise or mustard will give your philly cheesesteak sandwich a tangy kick, setting off all its flavors nicely and balancing the richness of melted cheese and fat from the beef.
Start by spreading mayo and mustard onto both sides of the hoagie roll before adding anything else— do this sparingly, so you don’t overpower the flavor!
Hot Sauce
If you love spicy food, hot sauce is necessary for your philly cheesesteak sandwich! Tabasco sauce is always a great option if you want something traditional but original-tasting; gochujang if you’re feeling adventurous!
Hundreds of different sorts are available these days, so feel free to experiment until you find one that suits you perfectly.
These three sauces (or any combination thereof) will help bring out all the deliciousness in your philly cheesesteak sandwich—so enjoy every bite!
A1 Sauce
A1 Sauce helps give your Philly cheese steak that unmistakable barbecue flavor. This thick, tangy steak sauce offers a unique smoky taste without being overpowering, making it perfect for soaking into your sandwich rolls.
It’s also great on its own as a dip to drive home all those unique flavors.
Worcestershire Sauce
Worcestershire sauce is another classic condiment that pairs perfectly with beef and melted cheese — perfect ingredients for a delicious Philly cheesesteak! Its salty sweetness adds just the right tone of complexity to this already-amazing dish.
Just don’t overdo it; one tablespoon should do it.
Horseradish Cream Sauce
Horseradish cream sauce offers something uniquely you won’t find with any other type of Philadelphia cheese steak condiment.
Made from horseradish and mayonnaise, this spicy concoction brings out the sweetness in most meats, including beef, in your philly cheesesteak sandwich recipes — just be sure to adjust according to taste if you want more punch or less zip!
Spicy Mustard
Spicy mustard gives your cheesesteak that little heat it craves without being overwhelming or taking away from its original flavor profile.
You can opt for regular yellow mustard or take things up a notch by choosing something like dijon or grainy mustard and adding chili flakes or cayenne pepper powder.
So whatever kind of Philly cheese steak experience you’re after, consider adding one (or more!) of these excellent sauces when crafting yours! Enjoy!