Tereasa's Spicy Marinara Sauce

Bring a bold, vibrant twist to your favorite Italian dishes with Tereasa's Spicy Marinara Sauce—a perfect balance of aromatic herbs and fiery heat! This homemade marinara recipe highlights the rich flavors of San Marzano tomatoes, simmered to perfection with garlic, onions, and a subtle kick of crushed red pepper flakes. Infused with fresh basil, parsley, and a touch of sweetness from sugar, this versatile sauce is a dream for pasta, pizza, or even dipping crusty bread. Ready in under an hour, it’s an easy and satisfying way to elevate any meal. Whether you’re craving authentic comfort food or a zesty spice, this robust marinara sauce will leave your taste buds craving more!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 28 ounces canned whole San Marzano tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned San Marzano tomatoes along with their juice. Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to carefully break up the tomatoes into smaller pieces.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, sugar, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and lower the heat. Cover partially and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Remove the lid and continue to simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh basil and parsley, then remove the sauce from heat.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.

Step 10

Serve warm over your favorite pasta, use as a pizza sauce, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1105.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	654.9

Total Fat 44.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 691.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 34.6g
Protein 12.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 227.7mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 2146.2mg	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: 57.5%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 35.5%