Steak Fajita Naan
Making “pizzas” from extra steak is not only frugal, but in just minutes boring leftovers will be all but a distant memory. Plus, using naan for the crusts lets everyone in your family have fun personalizing their own pizzas. Another great “MPM Dinner in a Flash!”…
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 naan about 5 x 7-inches each *see MPM Mini-Bites below
- About 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- Juice 1/2 lime
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 large onion sliced
- 1 red bell pepper seeded and cut into strips (or 3 red)
- 1 orange bell pepper seeded and cut into strips
- 1 yellow bell pepper seeded and cut into strips
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms any variety
- 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
- About 3/4 pound leftover cooked steak thinly sliced (for fajita flavor, try Southwestern Flank Steak)
- Sliced plum tomatoes or any variety
- About 1 cup grated or shredded cheddar cheese or use a combination of cheeses
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. (If you are using a pizza stone, use the recommended baking temperature.) Place each naan on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Lightly brush each with oil.
- With a sharp paring knife, peel avocado. Cut flesh away from pit. Cut into chunks. Toss avocado chunks with juice of 1/2 a lime to prevent browning.
- In a medium pan, heat oil over medium-high setting until hot. Sauté onions, peppers, mushrooms and garlic for about 7 minutes or until softened and caramelized.
- Divide onion-pepper mixture evenly among naan. Layer each with steak, tomatoes and cheese.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned and cheese is melted. Watch carefully-do not allow to over-bake. (Note: if you are using a pizza stone, follow recommended baking time.) Remove from oven; top with avocado chunks. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make Ahead and Storage Tips: best prepared just prior to baking. May be frozen for up to 4 months. Reheat at 300 degrees F for about 8 minutes or until hot.
What is naan? Naan is a leavened flatbread made from wheat flour and baked in a tandoor. Common in northwest Indian cuisine, naan is also found in west central and south Asia. Naan is quite versatile. Not only does it make delicious pizza, it can be folded over various fillings and enjoyed as a sandwich. Naan can also be cut into pieces and used as dippers for curries, hummus, salsas and sauces. Store naan for up to a few days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 4 months. Naan can be found at some ethnic grocery stores and is also available at some supermarkets and natural food stores such as Whole Foods. Read more interesting facts about naan and suggested uses here. Can’t find naan? Any flatbread or pita will work just fine. Or swap 1 regular-sized pizza crust for the 4 naan.
Look for avocadoes that are firm, yet have a little “give” when pressed with your finger.
Another delicious pizza to try is Caramelized Peppers, Onion ‘n Turkey Naan!
