Spicy Sweet Marinara Sauce
Elevate your pasta nights with this irresistible Spicy Sweet Marinara Sauce—a perfect balance of heat and sweetness that will have your taste buds dancing! This homemade recipe combines pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, garlic, and fragrant herbs with a hint of honey for a touch of natural sweetness and a kick of red chili flakes for bold heat. Simmered to perfection, this versatile sauce delivers rich flavors in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce. Fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish, making it both hearty and fresh. Simple, flavorful, and easy to store, this marinara sauce is your go-to for elevating weeknight meals or impressing guests. Perfect for those seeking a spicy-sweet twist on a classic Italian favorite!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Crushed red chili flakes
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and crushed red chili flakes to the pan. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste until smooth.
Step 4
Add the honey, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 6
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a pinch more honey for sweetness or more chili flakes for additional heat, if desired.
Step 7
Stir in the fresh chopped parsley just before serving for a burst of freshness.
Step 8
Serve warm over pasta, as a pizza base, or as a dipping sauce for breadsticks. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (911.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 602.1 |
| Total Fat 30.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2201.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 84.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 63.1g | |
| Protein 12.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 272.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3145.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories