Steak Sandwich Garlic Aioli (Print-Friendly Version)

Sliced steak, aioli, and caramelized onions create a hearty and comforting meal in toasted rolls.

# What You Need:

→ Garlic Aioli

01 - 120 ml mayonnaise
02 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced or pressed
03 - 5 ml lemon juice
04 - 0.25 teaspoon salt

→ Steak Sandwich

05 - 680 g skirt steak
06 - 2 tablespoons (24 g) packed brown sugar
07 - 2 tablespoons (30 ml) balsamic vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
09 - 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 0.13 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
11 - 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter
12 - 2 large onions, thinly sliced
13 - 4 hoagie rolls
14 - 1 cup (30 g) arugula
15 - 8 slices Provolone cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until well incorporated and set aside.
02 - In a large bowl, toss skirt steak with brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, vegetable oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Melt butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for 10–12 minutes until caramelized. Transfer onions to a plate.
04 - Increase skillet to high heat. Let marinade drip off the steak, then add steak to the pan. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side until cooked to preferred doneness.
05 - Remove steak from heat and rest for 5 minutes. Thinly slice steak against the grain.
06 - Brush hoagie rolls with melted butter. Place buttered side down on a hot griddle or pan and toast for 2–3 minutes until golden.
07 - Spread garlic aioli onto toasted rolls. Layer with Provolone cheese, arugula, sliced steak, and caramelized onions. Serve immediately.

# Important Notes:

01 - Slice steak against the grain to maximize tenderness.