Description
A hearty and satisfying Steak Egg Cheese Bagel sandwich perfect for a flavorful breakfast or brunch. Thinly sliced seared steak is layered with a cheesy cooked egg on toasted everything bagels, with optional toppings like caramelized onions and spicy sauces to enhance every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Bagel Base
- 2 Everything Bagels, split
Steak
- 8 oz Steak (Ribeye or Sirloin), thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of garlic powder or onion powder
Egg and Cheese
- 4 Large Eggs
- 4 slices Cheddar Cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Hot sauce, for serving
- Caramelized Onions
- Sriracha Mayo
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: If not pre-sliced, partially freeze the steak for about 30 minutes to make thin slicing easier. Slice the steak into approximately 1/8 inch thick slices for quick and even cooking.
- Season the Steak: Toss the thinly sliced steak in a bowl with a generous pinch of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optionally garlic or onion powder to enhance flavor.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot to ensure a proper sear.
- Sear the Steak: Add the steak slices in a single layer without overcrowding the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until nicely browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Cook in batches if necessary to maintain pan heat.
- Rest the Steak: Remove the steak from the skillet, place on a plate, and tent loosely with foil to keep warm and allow juices to redistribute for tenderness and flavor.
- Cook the Eggs: In the same or a separate non-stick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Crack eggs into the skillet and cook to preference: sunny-side up, over easy, over medium, or over hard. Season with salt and pepper.
- Melt Cheese: During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each egg. Cover the skillet with a lid if desired to melt the cheese more quickly and evenly.
- Toast the Bagels: While eggs cook, toast bagel halves to your desired level of crispness to prevent sogginess and add texture.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Place the bottom half of each toasted bagel on a plate. Evenly distribute the cooked steak on each bottom half, then carefully top with a cheesy egg.
- Add Optional Toppings: Add caramelized onions, hot sauce, or sriracha mayo if desired for extra flavor and spice.
- Finish Sandwiches: Place the top halves of the bagels on each assembled bottom half to complete the sandwich.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the sandwiches immediately while warm with melted cheese and juicy steak for the best experience.
Notes
- Partially freezing the steak helps achieve thin and even slices for quick cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet when searing steak to ensure a good sear instead of steaming.
- Resting the steak before assembling keeps it juicy and tender.
- Cook eggs to your preferred doneness; cheese melts better over eggs cooked on a gentle heat.
- Toast bagels just before assembling to prevent sogginess and maintain texture.
- Optional toppings like caramelized onions and spicy sauces add deeper flavor and heat.
