Juicy Steak Pizza Recipe: Enjoy a Crunchy and Delicious Homemade Pizza
Discover the ultimate steak pizza recipe with juicy steak and a crunchy crust. This easy homemade pizza combines tender, seared steak with fresh toppings like mozzarella, onions, and thyme, all on a crispy, golden base. Perfect for a gourmet meal at home, this recipe is both flavorful and simple to make.
Equipment
- 1 Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet
- 1 Saucepan For preparing the tomato sauce
- 1 Skillet or Frying Pan For cooking the steak and sautéing the onions and garlic
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Small Bowl For activating the yeast
- 1 Rolling Pin
Ingredients
For the Pizza Dough
- 5 cups flour 500 gr
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tbsp salt
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 packet instant yeast ~10 gr
- 2 cups warm water ~400 ml
For the Tomato Sauce
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 425 gr tomato sauce ~15 oz
- A few sprigs of fresh thyme
For the Topping
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cumin
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 medium yellow onion
- A few sprigs of fresh thyme
- 400 gr steak ~ 0.9 pound
- 500 gr mozzarella
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine 2 cups of warm water (about 400 ml) with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Stir to dissolve. Sprinkle 1 packet (approximately 10 grams) of instant yeast over the water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 5 cups (500 grams) of flour and ½ tablespoon of salt.
- Combine Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and 4 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Knead the Dough: Stir until a rough dough forms. Transfer it to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides with oil. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2. Prepare the Tomato Sauce:
- Cook Garlic and Butter: In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add Tomato Sauce: Stir in 425 grams (about 15 ounces) of tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Add Thyme: Add a few sprigs of fresh thyme to the sauce. Let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove Thyme (if desired): Once the sauce has thickened slightly, remove the thyme sprigs. Set the sauce aside to cool.
3. Prepare the Topping:
- Season Steak: Season 400 grams (approximately 0.9 pounds) of steak with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and ½ teaspoon of cumin.
- Cook Steak: Slice the steak thinly. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook to your desired doneness, about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet, add a bit more butter if needed. Sauté 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced, with 2 cloves of minced garlic until soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Add a few sprigs of fresh thyme for extra flavor. Remove from the stove and let rest.
4. Assemble and Bake the Pizza:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- Shape the Dough: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into portions (for four pizzas or two large pizzas). Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness. (with this dough recipe, I make 4 thin medium pizzas.)
- Bake the Dough: Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the dough from the oven.
- Add Sauce and Toppings: Spread a layer of the prepared tomato sauce evenly over the dough. Top with slices of mozzarella cheese, cooked steak, caramelized onions, and garlic.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the toppings are cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. Slice and serve.