Siciliana Sauce for Pasta

Transform your pasta nights with this bold and vibrant Siciliana Sauce, a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece brimming with authentic Sicilian flavors. Made with pantry staples like canned tomatoes, kalamata olives, capers, and a hint of red chili flakes, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between tangy, savory, and slightly spicy. Fresh basil adds a fragrant finish, while optional anchovies lend a deep, umami-rich complexity. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta, offering a restaurant-quality meal right at home. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, the Siciliana Sauce is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
• 0.5 cups kalamata olives, sliced
• 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 fillets anchovy fillets, finely minced (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Crush the canned tomatoes with your hands or a spoon, then add them to the pan along with their juices.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced kalamata olives, rinsed capers, dried oregano, and minced anchovy fillets (if using). Simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Siciliana sauce over cooked pasta of your choice. Garnish with additional fresh basil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1112.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	741.1

Total Fat 48.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 20mg	0%
Sodium 4178.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 39.7g
Protein 22.9g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 309.0mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1834.4mg	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: 54.6%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 33.9%