Steak Pizzaiola
Discover this authentic steak pizzaiola recipe that transforms budget-friendly beef into a mouthwatering Italian dinner with tomatoes, herbs, and garlic in just 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 beef steaks sirloin, ribeye, or flank
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup black olives sliced (optional)
- ½ cup fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- ❶ Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.❷ Season the steaks with salt and black pepper and sear them for about 2-3 minutes per side until browned.❸ Remove and set aside.❹ In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the onions for 2 minutes until softened.❺ Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.❻ Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth, then add oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.❼ Stir well.❽ Reduce the heat to low and return the steaks to the pan.❾ Cover and let them simmer for 20-25 minutes, occasionally spooning the sauce over the steaks.❿ If using, add black olives in the last few minutes of cooking.⓫ Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
