Description
Steak Pizzaiola is a classic Italian dish featuring tender steak simmered in a rich tomato sauce with aromatic herbs and spices. This flavorful recipe is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak:
- 1½ lbs (680g) sirloin or flank steak, cut into 4 portions
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup dry white wine (optional)
- ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the steak: Season steak portions with salt and pepper.
- Sear the steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak on both sides, about 2 minutes per side, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the onion and garlic: Reduce heat to medium and add the sliced onion and garlic to the same pan. Cook until softened, about 4–5 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and white wine (if using). Stir in oregano and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes, letting the sauce thicken.
- Simmer with steak: Return the steak to the pan, nestling it into the sauce. Cover and simmer on low for 10–15 minutes, or until steak reaches your desired doneness.
- Finish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Best served with crusty bread, over pasta, or alongside roasted vegetables.
- For a richer sauce, add a splash of beef broth or a few olives and capers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
