Off the Boat Sicilian Pasta Sauce

Transport your taste buds straight to Sicily with this hearty and flavorful "Off the Boat Sicilian Pasta Sauce." Bursting with Mediterranean flair, this sauce combines the richness of San Marzano tomatoes, the umami depth of anchovy fillets, and the briny tang of capers and black olives. Enhanced with fresh herbs like basil and parsley, and a hint of dry red wine, this slow-simmered dish brings authentic Italian comfort to your table. Perfectly balanced with a touch of sugar and spice from crushed red pepper flakes, this sauce is an irresistible pairing for your favorite pasta. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a cozy night in, this 75-minute masterpiece guarantees to impress with its bold and rustic flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed San Marzano tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cups dry red wine
• 2 fillets anchovy fillets, finely chopped
• 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.25 cups fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 0.5 cups black olives, pitted and sliced

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste to the pan and stir for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to caramelize slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed San Marzano tomatoes, followed by the red wine, and stir to combine.

Step 6

Mix in the anchovy fillets, basil, parsley, oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 7

Season the sauce with sugar, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

During the last 10 minutes of cooking, stir in the capers and black olives.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Serve the sauce hot over your favorite pasta, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1417.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1002.6

Total Fat 64.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 10mg	0%
Sodium 2706.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 20.3g	0%

Vitamin D 66.7IU	0%
Calcium 455.9mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 2721.0mg	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: 59.2%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 32.5%