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Steak Pizzaiola Recipe

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A one-skillet steak pizzaiola recipe with seared beef simmered in a garlicky tomato sauce until fork-tender.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

For the Steak:

  • 4 beef cube steaks or top round steaks 6 ounces each
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Sauce:

  • 1 large yellow onion sliced into strips
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Season and Sear the Steaks
    Pat the steaks dry, season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, then sear in hot olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side, working in batches if needed, until a deep golden crust forms. Set aside.
    steak pizzaiola stage 1
  • Build the Tomato Sauce
    In the same skillet, cook the onions until soft and lightly golden, about 4–5 minutes, then add the garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes, and let simmer for a few minutes.
    steak pizzaiola stage 2
  • Simmer the Steaks and Finish
    Nestle the steaks back into the sauce, cover, and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes until tender. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before plating.
    steak pizzaiola stage 3

Notes

  • Pound the steaks to an even thickness before seasoning so they cook evenly, and avoid crowding the pan while searing so the crust develops properly.
  • Let the sauce simmer uncovered for a few minutes before adding the steaks back in to help it thicken.
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes adds gentle warmth without making the dish spicy, and fresh parsley at the end brightens the whole plate.
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