28 Leftover Steak Recipes That'll Make Your Meal Work Overtime
Give that leftover steak a glow-up.
If you're maybe the luckiest person ever, perhaps you've mistakenly made too much steak for dinner last night. Leftover steak is kind of the best problem to have, if you can even call it that. Since there is, quite literally, nothing that a good piece of steak can't do, give that hunk of meat a second life with these clever leftover steak recipes that just might be better than the meal you had the night before. These 28 recipes have something for everyone and will turn your favorite cuts into stir fries, sandwiches, breakfasts, and more.
Steak, as you might expect, kind of improves any dish it touches. It adds a hearty, luxe component to your mainstay pasta dishes (like we did with our creamy steak fettuccine), salads (this steak frites salad is one salad we can hype-team), and new mash-ups (like this out of control Philly cheesesteak quesadilla). And before you sweat it, reheating your steak isn't that complicated (no dry, tough meat on our watch!), and we have all the tips you need for reheating steak right here.
Want to make future you super happy? We've got plenty of great starting points that make for great leftovers later, like insanely popular oven-cooked steak, boyfriend steak, perfect flank steak, or ribeye steak recipe. From there, you can skip ahead and make any of these recipes in a fraction of the time, especially weeknight-friendly favorites like pad see ew, beef & broccoli noodles, and steak sandwiches.
Steak Frites Salad
In French, steak frites translates to steak and fries, simple as that. A common dish at bistros in France, Belgium, and beyond, we took the concept and combined it with American steakhouse vibes for this all-in-one steak frites salad.
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Philly Cheesesteak Quesadilla
This easy quesadilla is for those that love that steak, pepper, and melty cheese combo of a Philly cheesesteak but seek that crunch of a crispy tortilla over a hoagie. It’s quick and comforting and a fun spin on everyone’s favorite sandwich. If you wanted to serve it with some Cheez Whiz on the side, no one would complain.
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How To Reheat Steak
You managed to cook your steak to the perfect temperature and get a beautiful sear. Now you have leftovers, but you know deep down that after being reheated, the steak will never be the same and could become a tough, tasteless piece of rubber.
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Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
If you can't get enough of the classic Philly cheesesteak but are craving a low-carb version, this is the recipe for you. Filled with tender sirloin steak, mushrooms, onions, and two slices of cheese, these tender, soft peppers give a welcome veggie boost to the beloved sandwich's iconic flavors.
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Steak And Eggs
Looking for an indulgent, protein-packed breakfast? Look no further. This super-savory dish is delicious with herb-roasted potatoes or crispy hash browns, but if you're on a low-carb kick, try it with cabbage hash browns instead.
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Mongolian Beef Ramen
Mongolian beef is a popular American-Chinese takeout dish made with thin slices of flank steak, accompanied by veggies, spiked with ginger, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and scallions. Tossed with another nostalgic favorite, ramen noodles, this is instant comfort in a skillet.
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Creamy Steak Fettuccine
Whenever we crave steak, this dish is always what we want to make. It comes together quickly and is so full of flavor. It makes us forget chicken fettuccine Alfredo ever existed. If you want the steak without the pasta, may we suggest Cajun butter steak?
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Philly Cheesesteak
Philly cheesesteaks are iconic—the combination of thinly sliced ribeye, jammy caramelized onions, and ooey-gooey melted cheese is truly something else. While the traditional sandwich contains just 3 things (the steak, the onions, and the cheese), you’ll often see it served with sautéed bell peppers and mushrooms. This is our favorite version of the iconic sandwich.
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Pad See Ew
The combination of thinly sliced, wok-seared meat, Chinese broccoli, and wide, chewy rice noodles will make this Thai specialty an instant dinner favorite. For a full South Asian feast, whip up a batch of green papaya salad or summer rolls too.
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Carne Asada Torta
A torta is a type of traditional Mexican sandwich with a signature chewy, baguette-like roll. The flavors here are bold, with quick pickled onions, avocado-radish salsa, grilled carne asada, and a layer of refried beans.
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Steak Grain Bowl
A double-purpose chimichurri acts as a marinade for the steak and a finishing sauce for these bowls; the not-too-spicy jalapeño sauce provides a tangy, creamy counterpoint—plus, its versatility means it can go on anything and everything (so make extra!).
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Philly Cheesesteak Soup
Yes, we definitely went there. This is everything you love about Philly cheesesteaks but in soup form (including a bread bowl!).
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Keto Beef Stew
Making beef stew keto-friendly only means a couple simple swaps. Don't worry, it's still just as silky and deeply comforting. We make up for the lack of thickener (no flour on keto!) by ensuring that we really reduce the stew to create something rich and stick-to-your-ribs good.
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Grilled Steak Salad
This salad is simple enough for a weeknight but worthy of planning a get-together around, thanks to its star ingredient—ribeye steak. You’ll grill it (and red onions), then combine it with cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, basil, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic dressing, turning it into the kind of impressive-but-secretly-easy dish you’ll be making all the time.
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Caprese Steak
Take that leftover steak and top it with the world's best (and easiest!) salad for the mash-up dreams are made of. Serve these up with mashed potatoes and smashed broccoli to make it a meal.
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Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps
You won't miss the hoagie roll in these low-carb Philly cheesesteak lettuce wraps. Yes, they're made with provolone—NOT Cheez Whiz. Craving an actual Philly cheesesteak? Our classic recipe is on-point.
Carne Asada Fries
These super decadent fries are Tex-Mex in it's truest form. Perfect for watch parties, game-day celebrations, and serious steak cravings.
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Low-Carb Beef & Broccoli Noodles
In this easy stir-fry, broccoli stems become noodles! The texture of broccoli isn’t watery like zucchini noodles tend to be. They can really hold their own with this boldly flavored hoisin sauce—made naturally sweet with fresh-squeezed orange juice—and seared strips of steak. And don’t skip the ginger! It really pulls this dish together.
Pimento Cheesesteaks
If you love a gooey sandwich melt and are as obsessed with pimento cheese as we are, these pimento cheesesteaks are calling your name. A delightful cross between a Northern game-day classic and a Southern party staple, the cheesesteaks are loaded with thinly sliced steak, peppers, and onions, and smothered with melted pimento cheese. Tailgates will never be the same again.
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Steak Sandwich
If there's one steak sandwich recipe to commit to memory, this is it. It's toasty, juicy, and smothered in melty Provolone and a homemade garlic aioli. Bonus: It's a great way to give any leftovers new life.
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