Spicy Pasta Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with this bold and flavorful Spicy Pasta Sauce, a quick and easy recipe that packs a punch! Perfectly balanced with the heat of crushed red chili flakes and the rich depth of canned whole peeled tomatoes, this sauce comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Aromatic garlic and oregano add a savory foundation, while a hint of sugar mellows the acidity for a perfectly harmonious flavor. Fresh basil provides a vibrant finish, and a splash of optional red wine takes it to gourmet levels. Whether you’re craving a classic spaghetti pairing or something spicier for your favorite pasta, this sauce is sure to add a fiery twist to your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
• 28 ounces (1 can) canned whole peeled tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 6 chopped, plus more for garnish fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup red wine (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and crushed red chili flakes, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

If using, pour in the red wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 5

Add the canned whole peeled tomatoes (crushing them with your hands or a spoon as you add them), tomato paste, dried oregano, and sugar.

Step 6

Stir to combine and season with salt and black pepper as desired.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer gently for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves and cook for 2 more minutes.

Step 10

Serve the spicy pasta sauce over your favorite cooked pasta and garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(500.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	477.6

Total Fat 29.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2690.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 6.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126.8mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 1075.3mg	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: 57.5%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 37.2%