Authentic Steak Pizzaiola (Pizzaiola alla Napoletana)
Tender beef simmered in a rich garlic-tomato sauce with bell peppers - this 30-minute Italian classic delivers restaurant flavor at home!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
Group 1: Steak
- 1.5 lbs 700g flank or sirloin steak
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Group 2: Sauce
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 large red bell pepper sliced
- 28 oz 800g San Marzano tomatoes, crushed
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
Group 3: Garnish
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
Instructions
- Prep Steak
- Pat steak dry, slice against grain into ½" strips
- Season with salt and pepper
- Sear Steak
- Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high
- Sear steak 2-3 min per side (work in batches) → Remove and set aside
- Make Sauce
- In same pan, sauté garlic 30 sec until fragrant
- Add bell peppers, cook 3 min until soft
- Stir in tomatoes, oregano, and pepper flakes
- Combine & Finish
- Simmer sauce 5 min
- Return steak to pan, cook 3-4 min until heated through
- Stir in fresh basil
Notes
| For best results: • Use San Marzano tomatoes • Don't overcrowd pan when searing |