Chili Tomato Sauce

Turn up the heat in your kitchen with this bold and flavorful Chili Tomato Sauce, a perfect balance of tangy tomatoes and fiery red chili peppers. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, infusing pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and olive oil with aromatic spices like dried oregano, basil, and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes. The finely chopped onions and minced garlic create a fragrant base, while a hint of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. Whether you're serving it over pasta, as a dipping sauce, or as a zesty topping for roasted vegetables, this versatile homemade chili tomato sauce delivers a spicy kick and vibrant flavor. Ideal for meal prep, it stores well in the fridge, making weeknight dinners a breeze.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, finely chopped red chili peppers
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups water
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped red chili peppers, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water to the saucepan. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Raise the heat to bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or sugar depending on your preference.

Step 8

Once thickened to your liking, remove the sauce from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with your favorite dishes, or let it cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1184.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	596.4

Total Fat 30.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3392.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 50.1g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305.2mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 3463.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 48.8%