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Angry Philadelphia Chef Under Fire for Proudly Cross Contaminating His Cheesest…
A popular tourist destination in Philadelphia, known for its cheesesteak sandwiches, just went viral for how its chef made the meals.
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Philadelphia's Pat's King of Steaks Stands Firm on Original Cheesesteak Recipe: 'No Chopping Here'
Philadelphia, PA Pat's King of Steaks, a renowned institution in the city of brotherly love, recently released a video highlighting its long-standing tradition in cheesesteak preparation. The video features a representative of the establishment, presumably an owner or chef, demonstrating their method for crafting the iconic sandwich. The chef emphasized the use of "real ribeye meat," which he stated is never chopped. "We don't chop it up," he asserted, contrasting their approach with other vendors who, in his words, "chop it up like baby food." He explained that this method honors the original recipe, which he attributes to his uncle Pat, who invented the cheesesteak in 1930. The demonstration included placing slices of ribeye onto a hot griddle alongside sautéed onions, then transferring the cooked meat and onions into a long roll. The final touch, as shown in the video, was a generous application of Kraft Cheez Whiz. Addressing potential critics, the chef maintained a firm stance, stating, "If you don't like it, don't eat it." He also challenged those who might critique their methods from a distance, suggesting they "do some research" on the history of the cheesesteak. The video underscores Pat's commitment to its historical preparation methods, which have been a staple in Philadelphia's culinary scene for decades.
