Bistecca alla Pizzaiola (Pizza Maker’s Steak)

This bistecca alla pizzaiola recipe has been credited to the Neapolitans who are world famous for their pizza. It's from a crafty pizza maker who used his own pizza sauce to cook steak.

4 Servings

Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 10 min Total Time: 30 min

https://food52.com/recipes/87049-best-bistecca-alla-pizzaiola-recipe

Ingredients

1 to 1 1/4 pounds sirloin steak, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon kosher salt

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 large eggs, beaten to blend

1 cup Italian breadcrumbs

1/2 cup neutral oil, such as canola

2 1/2 cups store-bought or homemade tomato sauce

1/4 cup coarsely grated Parmesan

10 basil leaves, chiffonade cut

Instructions

Step 1

Arrange the meat on a cutting board; season with salt and pepper. Using the spiked side of a meat mallet, lightly tenderize the steak on one side.

Step 2

Set up a breading station of the beaten eggs in one shallow dish and the breadcrumbs in another.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the oil until it shimmers. To test, drop a pinch of breadcrumbs into the oil. It should sizzle.

Step 4

Dip each slice of beef into the egg, then coat with the breadcrumbs. Working in batches of 3 pieces, fry the steak for 2 to 3 minutes, until crispy and browned. Flip and fry for about 2 minutes more, until golden brown.

Step 5

Transfer the steak to a paper towel-lined plate. Wipe out the pan to remove any excess breadcrumbs and pour in the sauce. Reduce the heat to medium-low and bring the sauce to a simmer. Return the meat to the sauce and turn to coat.

Step 6

Arrange the steak on a platter. Garnish with the Parmesan and basil.