Pizzaiola

Pizzaiola is a classic of Neapolitan cuisine. The dish is made with cuts of (often inexpensive) meat that are cooked in a combination of tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and sometimes a bit of white wine if the dish is cooked in the oven. The tomato sauce is usually flavored with oregano and basil, and it braises the meat with a slow-cooking process that breaks down the proteins in the meat and makes the cuts tender. There are many variations on this dish as everyone has their own version, and although steak pizzaiola is the most common, you can also find dishes such as pizzaiola chicken. There's also the term carne alla pizzaiola, which means that any meat can be used, displaying the true versatility of this classic dish.