Ingredients
Method
- Quarter the tomatoes and blend them together until smooth.
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add red chili flakes, then pour the tomato purée into the pan.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking or burning, until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the oregano, basil, sugar, salt and pepper, and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken further.
- Let the sauce cool completely before transferring it to a jar.
Video
Notes
- Choose Ripe Tomatoes: For a more flavorful pizza sauce, use ripe tomatoes. They tend to be sweeter and juicier, which gives the sauce a more rich flavor.
- Use Fresh Garlic: Fresh garlic has a more robust flavor compared to garlic powder. Crush it to release more of its natural oils and flavor.
- Experiment with Seasonings: This is a customizable sauce depending on your preferred flavors. Feel free to experiment with different herbs and seasonings.
- Adjust Consistency: If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out with a little reserved pasta water or stock. If it’s too thin, continue simmering to reduce it further.
- Storage Tip: Once cooled, store the sauce in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months for easy future use.
- Multi-purpose Use: This sauce isn’t just for pasta! Use it as a base for pizza, lasagna, or even as a dipping sauce for breadsticks.