Sicilian Pizza Sauce Noble Roman Copycat
Capture the heart of Sicilian flavor with this irresistible Sicilian Pizza Sauce, a Noble Roman's-inspired copycat recipe that will elevate your homemade pizza to pizzeria-quality perfection. This robust sauce combines velvety canned crushed tomatoes and rich tomato paste with a harmonious blend of classic Italian herbs, including oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary. A touch of granulated sugar balances the tanginess of the tomatoes, while garlic and crushed red pepper flakes add depth and a subtle kick. Simmered to savory perfection in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce boasts a perfect balance of bold, aromatic flavors. Ideal for authentic Sicilian-style pizza or as a dip, this versatile sauce is a pantry staple worth preparing in advance and storing for weeknight pizza nights.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water until well combined.
Add the granulated sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, dried rosemary, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then lower the heat to medium-low.
Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed. Add a pinch more sugar if it is too tangy or a sprinkle of salt for balance.
Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool slightly before using it on your pizza.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2206 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 3195 mg | 68% | |
*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.
