20 Leftover Steak Recipes To Make the Most of Your Extras

Indulging in a delicious steak often leaves you with tasty leftovers that are too good to waste. Whether you've grilled up too much for a weekend BBQ or simply have some pieces from a steak dinner gone by, you’re bound to have some extras on hand from time to time. The perfect recipe can help you refresh these tasty morsels into an entirely new meal. There are so many great ways to use up leftover steak, from scrumptious stir-fries to delightful sandwiches. Fortunately, we've compiled a diverse collection of recipes that not only teach you how to cook steak to perfection (whether on the grill or on the stovetop) but also offer options for those looking to make the most of their favorite cut. Each recipe includes a step-by-step guide to preparing, seasoning, and cooking steak just right, though you can easily save time by simply subbing in your leftover, reheated steak instead. Getting hungry? Why not use that leftover steak you've stashed away in the refigerator for a hearty salad? With just a little effort to make the crispy onion strings (which can be substituted for a store-bought variety to save some time) you'll be feasting in no time.

Leftover steak can be transformed into a loaded Philly cheese steak, if you make sure to slice the leftover steak into thin strips. The buttery sautéed mushrooms, sweet caramelized onions and creamy provolone sauce pull it all together for a taste that’s just like you would get in the city of brotherly love.

The best part about a stir-fry is that you can swap in veggies for whatever you have on hand or have a taste for. Start with your leftover steak and, with a quick saute, dinner’s ready in no time at all.

A loaded steak sandwich is one of the simplest ways to prepare leftover steak, and one of the tastiest. This version has roasted tomatoes, caramelized onions and a creamy blue cheese spread.

Once you’ve reheated your leftover steak, roll it up in a fluffy tortilla with cilantro pesto and charred salsa for a delightful meal that’s sure to please.

Leftover steak can make a scrumptious loaded flatbread, especially when paired with creamy blue cheese and a tangy balsamic glaze. You can make the dough yourself, as the recipe suggests, or pick up a ball of premade dough at the store to save time.

This recipe pairs juicy steak with pasta and crunchy veggies for a satisfying dish that’s surprisingly light. The creamy dressing with lemon and Parmesan adds a zesty touch, making it perfect for both lunch and dinner.

Forget about heavy pasta salad full of questionable ingredients. This refreshingly light version is tossed in a simple garlic oil and filled with fresh tomatoes, red onion and crisp sliced celery (plus some sliced leftover steak for extra protein).

Crispy, crunchy and cool, these Thai-inspired steak wraps are perfect for when the weather’s too warm to make you feel like turning on the oven. If you start with leftover steak, the rest comes together easily with just a bit of chopping and slicing.

While marinating and cooking the steak yourself definitely has its merits, using a few pieces of leftover steak in these tacos will save time without compromising flavor. These tacos are dressed with bright and flavorful chile and herb oils.

A hearty grain bowl makes for a great lunch that’s easy to transport and reheat. Pair your leftover steak with aromatic jasmine rice, crunchy cucumbers and a spicy wasabi mayo.

This Italian steak sandwich recipe offers a flavorful and simple way to use leftover steak. The combination of pickled vegetables, sautéed onions and garlic, all nestled within a ciabatta roll, revitalizes the steak into a hearty and delightful sandwich experience.

When the weather is hot, the only thing we want is a cool and refreshing lunch. These steak summer rolls fit the bill, with fresh herbs, carrot, cucumber and thinly sliced steak, all rolled in a paper-thin rice wrapper.

Looking for a light lunch that’s still flavorful and satisfying? This spicy steak noodle bowl is loaded with crunchy Napa cabbage, chopped roasted peanuts and a tangy sesame-soy dressing.

This pasta salad uses tasty steak and crispy bacon along with fresh green pepper and beans for a filling mix. The creamy dressing with lemon and cheese brings everything together, making it great for quick meals or get-togethers.

These "light tacos" are like lettuce cups, with leaves of butter lettuce wrapped around fresh herbs, slices of avocado and pieces of steak. Dress it up with a tasty lime and soy dressing.

This recipe pairs juicy steak with pasta and crunchy veggies for a satisfying dish that’s surprisingly light. The creamy dressing with lemon and Parmesan adds a zesty touch, making it perfect for both lunch and dinner.

By baking the tortilla shell instead of frying it, this steak taco salad is lightened up a touch without sacrificing flavor. The lead itself is loaded with shredded cheese, black beans chopped romaine and fresh salsa.