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Steak Pizzaiola with Tomato Sauce Recipe

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Steak Pizzaiola is a classic Italian dish featuring tender sirloin steak simmered in a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, onions, and aromatic herbs. This recipe combines the rich flavors of a seared steak with a savory homemade tomato sauce, perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal served with crusty bread or pasta.

Ingredients

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Steak

  • 2 slices of sirloin steak, ½ inch thick, 7 ounces each
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Tomato Sauce

  • 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 small finely chopped onion (¼ cup)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried whole oregano
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped loosely packed

Instructions

  1. Season the steaks: Generously season the sirloin steaks with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Let them rest at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes. This ensures the steaks cook evenly and retain their juices.
  2. Sear the steaks: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil along with the crushed garlic cloves. Place one steak at a time in the hot skillet and sear for 30 seconds to 1 minute until slightly golden brown, then flip and sear the other side. For larger skillets, both steaks can be seared simultaneously.
  3. Baste with butter: Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, tilt the pan, and spoon the melted butter over the steaks to enhance flavor and keep the meat moist. Repeat the basting for the second steak if cooking individually.
  4. Rest the steaks: Remove the seared steaks from the skillet and place them on a plate to rest. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in tender meat.
  5. Sauté onions: Remove half of the oil and butter mixture from the skillet. In the remaining fat, sauté the finely chopped onions until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the onions and sauté for another 30 seconds to 1 minute, taking care not to burn the garlic.
  7. Simmer tomato sauce: Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, sprinkle in dried basil and dried oregano, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 10 to 15 minutes until thickened and flavors meld.
  8. Combine steaks with sauce: Nestle the rested steaks back into the skillet with the sauce. Simmer gently for 30 seconds, then turn the steaks and top with fresh chopped basil. Turn off heat after 30 seconds or once the steaks are warmed through.
  9. Serve: Serve the steak pizzaiola hot with crusty bread or your favorite pasta to enjoy the delicious sauce.

Notes

  • Prepare all ingredients ahead to prevent burning the onions and garlic as the cooking happens quickly.
  • Adding fresh basil just before serving retains its vibrant flavor and aroma.
  • Feel free to customize the sauce with other herbs or spices or substitute the steak with other proteins if desired.

Keywords: Steak Pizzaiola, Italian steak recipe, sirloin steak with tomato sauce, stovetop steak recipe, classic Italian dishes

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