Sugar-Free Spicy Tomato Sauce
Elevate your homemade sauce game with this vibrant Sugar-Free Spicy Tomato Sauce, a robust and flavorful option perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative without compromising taste. Made with no sugar-added crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, this sauce blends the aromatic richness of garlic, onion, and fresh basil with the bold kick of red chili flakes and dried oregano for a smoky-spicy depth. Balanced with a hint of vegetable broth to achieve the ideal consistency, this sauce is simmered to perfection in just 30 minutes. Versatile and wholesome, it's perfect for pairing with pasta, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or as a dipping sauce. Enjoy this guilt-free, zest-packed creation that will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped Yellow onion
- 4 minced Garlic cloves
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (no sugar added)
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 10 chopped Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Water or vegetable broth
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste until well combined.
Add the red chili flakes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the spices.
Pour in the water or vegetable broth to slightly thin the sauce; adjust the quantity if you prefer a thicker or thinner consistency.
Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed (add more chili flakes if extra spice is desired).
Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves just before serving for a burst of fresh flavor.
Serve warm with your favorite dish or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2913 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 2086 mg | 44% | |
*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.
