If you’ve ever grilled or pan-seared a delicious steak, you know how satisfying it can be to indulge in a perfectly cooked piece of meat. But what happens when you have some leftover steak in the fridge and you’re not sure what to do with it? Instead of letting it go to waste, why not transform it into something new and exciting?
In this article, we’ll explore some creative recipe ideas (more than 25!) for using leftover steak that will leave your taste buds wanting more. From hearty stews to flavorful salads, these recipes will show you how to make the most of your leftover steak.
Each of the recipes we have included are versatile enough to work with any cut of steak you have leftover. So whether you have top sirloin or skirt steak, or have leftover reverse seared steak or grilled steak, you can be sure your leftover steak will work seamlessly in these recipes!
And if you just want to warm up the steak and dig in, here’s the best way to reheat steak.
Best Ways to Use Leftover Steak
There are several ways to repurpose leftover steak and make delicious meals out of it. One of the easiest ways is to slice it thinly and use it as a protein source in salads or sandwiches.
Another option is to chop it up and use it as a filling for quesadillas, burritos, or fajitas. Additionally, leftover steak can be added to pasta dishes, stir-fries, or even used as a topping for pizzas. Finally, you can always reheat the steak and serve it with some vegetables and potatoes for a quick and easy dinner. With a little bit of creativity, there are plenty of ways to make the most out of your leftover steak.
28 Recipes for Leftover Steak
1
Blue Cheese Steak SaladSkip the instructions for cooking the steak and instead lightly re-warm the steak in a skillet or under the broiler, then slice and piled onto romaine lettuce with tomatoes, pickled onions and a scrumptious creamy blue cheese dressing!
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2
Migas Breakfast TacosFollow the recipe instructions as written, but add diced leftover cooked steak to the eggs halfway through cooking. The perfect steak and eggs breakfast taco!
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3
Thai Steak SaladUse leftover steak instead of cooking the steak as listed in the instructions. Slice your leftover steak and toss with the recipe marinade then pile onto the salad and enjoy! This salad is fresh, savory, spicy and herby.
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4
Korean Steak and EggsInstead of cooking a skirt steak, slice your leftover steak, re-warm it slightly and brush with the delicious gochujang sauce. Serve the steak with buttery fried and basted eggs along with a mix of pickled veg. Breakfast (of breakfast for dinner) is served!
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5
Italian Steak SandwichThinly slice your leftover steak and pile it high onto a large loaf of ciabatta along with melty provolone, pesto, arugula and roasted red peppers.
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6
Korean NachosSwap the shredded chicken out in favor of finely cubed leftover steak. These nachos are full of flavor, slightly spicy and are the perfect game day snack.
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7
Steak Caesar SaladCube or slice leftover steak and toss onto our classic Caesar Salad or a quick and delicious lunch or dinner that's ready in 20.
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8
Steak & Gochujang NoodlesTop our favorite gochujang noodles with sliced leftover steak for a quick and satisfying meal! Finish the dish with a squeeze of lime juice, fresh cilantro and sliced scallions.
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9
Steak TacosSkip the grilling of the steak and instead thinly slice your leftover steak and pile it into charred corn tortillas with a grilled jalapeno and scallion salsa and mexican crema.
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10
Leftover Steak and Cheddar SandwichA versatile recipe for steak and cheese sandwiches! We recommend using the broiler to toast the bread, melt the cheese and lightly reheat the steak. Play around with different toppings to make it your own!
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11
Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir FryThis easy beef and broccoli recipe uses thinly sliced leftover steak (any cut works) and gets tossed with a simple homemade ginger and soy sauce. Ready in 30—this is a great weeknight meal and quick way to use up leftover steak. Serve with rice a dinner is done.
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12
Leftover Shredded Roast Beef PastaPair leftover shredded beef with your favorite pasta shape, crisp-tender broccoli and a bit of cheese. It's light, simple and flavorful and can easily feed a hungry bunch.
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13
Steak and Egg Breakfast SandwichesTurn your morning eggs and toast into a decadent steak and eggs breakfast sandwich! Featuring an arugula pesto, thinly sliced steak, and an over-easy egg all pile high on a ciabatta bun. A bright and early (and delicious) way to use leftover steak!
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14
Leftover Steak Tacos with Chipotle SalsaHeat up leftover steak in a spice-infused broth under tender then piled into warm corn tortillas and top with a homemade chipotle salsa and onions. One bite and you'd never know this was made with leftovers!
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15
Leftover Steak and Mushroom SoupMake this deliciously savory Steak and Mushroom Soup using leftover steak, loads of mushrooms and a handful of herbs and spices. This one is incredibly savory and so satisfying.
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16
Steak QuesadillaInstead of cooking up a flank steak like the recipe calls for, use leftover steak! Slice the steak then give the slices a slight warm under the broiler or on the stovetop in a pan with a splash of beef broth. Pile the steak slices onto a tortilla with shredded cheese and seasoned onions.
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17
Beef Soba BowlSkip the cooking of the steak and instead slice your leftover steak, rewarm slightly under the broiler or in a skillet in some beef broth, and pile into a bowl with soba noodles, green beans and the most savory sauce.
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18
Steak and Potato Breakfast HashAnother great breakfast idea—make a steak hash complete with potatoes and sunny side up eggs! Skip the steak cooking instructions and add the cubed steak to the sautéed onions, peppers and onions.
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19
Creamy Penne Pasta with Prime RibEnjoy a creamy pasta featuring tendering chunks of steak, mushrooms and penne pasta. It's an elegant and decadent way to enjoy steak leftovers!
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20
Baked Brie and Steak FriesWhip up an excellent appetizer recipe—cheesy steak fries! But these aren't any cheesy fries—they're an elevated take on the classic appetizer made with brie and steak. Serve with a side of raspberry jam for the ultimate sweet and salty bite.
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21
Philly Cheesesteak FriesIf you love the idea of cheesy fries but are also craving a philly cheesesteak, then we've got just the recipe for you! Pile waffle fries onto a sheetpan and top with shredded cheese, sliced peppers and onions, and thinly sliced leftover steak.
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22
Steak FajitasMake an already quick dinner even quicker by using leftover steak! Skip the cooking of the steak and instead reheat it gently in a bit of beef broth on the stove top before piling the sliced into soft flour tortillas with sautéed peppers and onions.
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23
Leftover Steak StroganoffThe perfect cooking for two recipe! When you have leftover steak, use it to make a creamy and decadent beef stroganoff!
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24
Garlic Steak and Herb PizzaA fun and delicious way to enjoy pizza—top your favorite pizza crust with a schmear of Boursin cheese followed by thinly sliced leftover cooked steak, mushrooms, spinach and red onion.
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25
Steak Fried RiceUse leftover cooked steak and leftover cooked rice to make the ultimate steak fried rice! Skip the marinading of the steak and instead reheat cubes of cooked steak in the marinade over low heat just until warmed through.
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26
Steak RamenThinly slice your leftover steak and pile it into a bowl of steaming hot ramen with some sliced scallions, a soft boiled egg, and a dash of chili sauce.
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27
Steak CrostiniUse your leftover steak to make an elegant and satisfying appetizer! Layer goat cheese, horseradish, basil and steak on thin slices of baguette then finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
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28
Steak BurritoA great way to use up leftover steak? Stuff it into a burrito with rice, veggies, cilantro, cheese and sour cream. Perfect for meal prep or freezing and reheating for quick meals when life is busy.
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28 Leftover Steak Recipes
Description
A variety of recipes that revamp and makeover leftover cooked steak!
Ingredients
- Blue Cheese Steak Salad
- Migas Breakfast Tacos
- Thai Steak Salad
- Korean Steak and Eggs
- Steak Caesar Salad
- Steak & Gochujang Noodles
- Steak Tacos
- Italian Steak Sandwich
- Korean Steak Nachos
- Leftover Steak and Cheddar Sandwich
- Steak and Egg Breakfast Sandwiches
- Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
- Leftover Shredded Roast Beef Pasta
- Creamy Penne Pasta with Prime Rib
- Leftover Steak Tacos with Chipotle Salsa
- Leftover Steak and Mushroom Soup
- Steak Quesadilla
- Steak and Potato Breakfast Hash
- Baked Brie and Steak Fries
- Philly Cheesesteak Fries
- Steak Fajitas
- Leftover Steak Stroganoff
- Garlic Steak and Herb Pizza
- Steak Fried Rice
- Steak Ramen
- Beef Soba Bowl
- Steak Crostini
- Steak Burrito
Instructions
- Choose a recipe to make.
- Acquire ingredients and prep as directed.
- Reheat steak gently under the broiler or on the stovetop in a bit of beef broth if needed. Add to recipe as directed (you may need to skip a step in directions for cooking steak).
- Enjoy!
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