Are you looking for a hearty breakfast? Then try your hand at Philly cheese steak omelette. That's right! An epic high protein, low carb egg white omelette sandwiched between seasoned steak bites chucks, sautéed onions and bell peppers topped with dairy free cheese.
This cheese steak omelette is super filling and just want you need to kick start your day. The perfect omelette for gym goers or those who are looking for recipe with a high protein and low carb ratio.
Although I have never been to Philadelphia, I do vividly recall going to a food joint in Florida and ordering a Philly cheese steak.
It was the name more than anything which I found appealing, nevertheless I devoured the entire thing and would gladly eat seconds.
You see I'm usually a porridge and smoothie type of girl, I'm in love with my Sweet Mango Pineapple and Banana Smoothie and if I'm out of mango then I whip up a bowl of Jamaican Oats Porridge.
Fast forward in time and now I'm making variations of all things Philly including this omelette. I went through a phase where I was hooked on cheese steak omelettes but not just any. It had to be a higher ratio of egg whites to yolk to make it more protein based.
It's a recipe that is a favourite of mine and one that I feel my health enthusiasts will enjoy. In short this recipe is a protein loaded revamp of the Philly cheese steak sandwich only with the white eggs replacing the bread.
I have other omelettes recipes that you may like too. If you like sweet potatoes in your omelette then this Sweet Potato Omelette is perfect for you. Alternatively, you may like this leafy green Spinach and Mushroom Omelette instead.
Which dairy free cheese to use
There are quite a few vegan/dairy free cheese brands on the market. Here in the UK we have an abundance of foolproof cheese, some of them are worldwide while other's aren't
Here are a few that tick the box for me
- Daiya cheese shreds
- Violife
- Bute Island Apple wood cheese (this is a favourite of mine)
Of course if you have a favourite brand that's not listed simply use that instead.
Reasons to make this omelette
- It's high in protein and low in carbs
- Great for people lead a high protein/low carb lifestyle.
- It's super filling
- Perfect for serving for lunch or brunch.
- It's tasty and delicious
- It's makes a change from consuming boring oatmeal or breakfast shakes
The steak rub
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 2tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp himalayan pink salt,
- 1 tbsp garlic granules/powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1tsbp coriander,
- 1tbsp chives
- 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
You will need to either mix and combine these ingredients together or blitz them in a coffee/spice grinder
How to make a steak omelette
Apply the steak seasoning to the beef and set aside than proceed to sautee the onions.
Add the bell peppers to the saucepan along with the kale and continue to cook.
Finally add the beaten egg whites to the skillet, rotate the pan to the sides so the egg seeps underneath the pan evenly and bottom cooks through.
Add the beef, peppers, kale and cheese to one side of the omelette before folding it over and leave to cook for another few minutes.
Notes and tips
- This recipe has a higher percentage of egg whites for more protein power. If you want to add more egg yolks feel free to do so.
- I used steak bites which are more chunky, if you can get hold of thinly sliced steak pieces use that instead. Both work regardless!
- Make sure the inside of the omelette is completely cooked through by tilting the pan.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables to your omelette if you want to.
Other breakfast recipes you may like
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Philly Cheese Steak Omelette
Ingredients
- 250 g of thinly sliced steak pieces washed and dried
- 5 large egg whites and 1 whole egg beaten
- 1 small onion sliced and halved
- ½ cup of kale tightly packed
- ½ of mixed bell peppers sliced
- 1-2 tbsp of steak dry rub see post
- ⅓ cup of vegan cheese
- **coconut oil or olive oil
Instructions
- On medium heat 2tbsp of coconut oil in a large non stick frying pan then proceed to sautee the onions until translucent and tender.
- Add the kale and bell peppers along with the steak pieces and sear the steak to your preference before removing the entire contents from the pan to set aside.
- On low to medium heat, pour the beaten egg whites into a pan, cook until the set starts to set, at the same time, carefully lift edge while tilting the pan to allow the under cooked egg to run under the set portion.
- Add the steak and veggies to one side of the omelette then top with vegan cheese.
- Use a egg spatula to sandwich the other side of the omelette so it looks like a crescent.
- Cook for another few minutes before serving
Notes
- This recipe has a higher percentage of egg whites for more protein power. If you want to add more egg yolks feel free to do so.
- I used steak bites which are more chunky, if you can get hold of thinly sliced steak pieces use that instead. Both work regardless!
- Make sure the inside of the omelette is completely cooked through by tilting the pan.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables to your omelette if you want to.
- Don't forget to try my other omelette variations Sweet Potato Omelette and. Spinach and Mushroom Omelette
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