Nutrition Facts for Dairy-free amatriciana sauce

Dairy-Free Amatriciana Sauce

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of this Dairy-Free Amatriciana Sauce, a tantalizing twist on the classic Italian favorite. Crafted with crispy pancetta or guanciale, sweet onions, and a hint of red chili for a gentle kick, this dairy-free rendition maintains all the bold, smoky depth you love while being friendly to lactose-free diets. Simmered with luscious crushed tomatoes and finished with a touch of fresh basil, this versatile sauce is perfect for elevating your favorite pasta or veggie-based dishes. Ready in under an hour, it's an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or elegant weekend meals. Say goodbye to dairy and hello to authentic, irresistible flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:40 mins
Total Time:50 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 200 grams Pancetta or guanciale, diced
  • 1 Large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
  • 800 grams Crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 10 grams Fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced pancetta or guanciale to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5-7 minutes or until the meat is golden and crispy.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for another 5 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and red chili flakes, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook gently for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Just before serving, stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves for a burst of fresh flavor.

Step 8

Serve the Dairy-Free Amatriciana Sauce over your favorite cooked pasta or vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (1201.4g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1280.1
Total Fat 104.0g 0%
Saturated Fat 30.4g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 140mg 0%
Sodium 6035.4mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.9g 0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g 0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 37.1g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 215.1mg 0%
Iron 7.8mg 0%
Potassium 2565.2mg 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: 72.0%
Protein: 11.4%
Carbs: 16.6%