Cuisine : Matambre a la Pizza - How to prepare this Argentine dish

 

Matambre a la Pizza is an Argentine dish that features flank steak cooked on the grill and topped with a flavorful pizza-like sauce. Here's a detailed guide to prepare it:

Ingredients:

- 1 ½ to 2 pounds flank steak

- Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pizza Sauce:

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 2 garlic cloves, minced

- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes

- 1 teaspoon dried oregano

- 1 teaspoon dried thyme

- 1 teaspoon paprika

- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Flank Steak:**

   - Clean and pat dry the flank steak.

   - Season the steak with salt and pepper on both sides.

2. **Prepare the Grill:**

   - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

3. **Grill the Flank Steak:**

   - Place the seasoned flank steak on the preheated grill.

   - Grill for about 4-6 minutes per side, depending on your desired doneness.

   - Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

4. **Prepare the Pizza Sauce:**

   - In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   - Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until softened.

   - Pour in crushed tomatoes, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.

   - Simmer the sauce for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. **Top the Flank Steak:**

   - Spread the pizza sauce generously over the grilled flank steak.

6. **Finish on the Grill:**

   - Place the sauced steak back on the grill for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

7. **Serve:**

   - Once the steak is cooked to your liking and the sauce is bubbly, remove from the grill.

   - Slice the matambre a la pizza against the grain.

   - Serve hot, and enjoy your Argentine delight!

This dish combines the smoky flavor from the grill with the rich pizza sauce, creating a unique and delicious meal.