Simply Italian-Sicilian Tomato Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Delicious Simply Italian-Sicilian Tomato Sauce recipe for your pasta

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

3-4

Calories

Sugar

Fat

Simply Italian-Sicilian Tomato Sauce is a staple in Italian cuisine. Sicilian tomato sauce is known for its sweet and tangy taste that complements any pasta long, spiral, or short. Tomato sauces can be used in various dishes other than pasta like stews, soups, and casseroles. This recipe uses fresh tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and fresh basil leaves to add flavor and nutrition to your pasta dishes.

Instructions

1.	Cut a small 'X' mark on the bottom of each tomato.
2.	In a pot of boiling water, blanch the tomatoes for 30 seconds.
3.	Remove the tomatoes from the pot and submerge in a bowl filled with cold water.
4.	Peel the skin off the tomatoes and chop them into small pieces.
5.	Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add minced garlic.
6.	When the garlic becomes fragrant, add chopped tomatoes and water.
7.	Mix well and bring to a boil.
8.	Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9.	Add salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

PROS

Simply Italian-Sicilian Tomato Sauce is a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy pasta.

It is easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and can be stored in the fridge for a few days.

The sauce is low in calories, fat, and sugar while being high in nutrients and antioxidants.

CONS

The tomato sauce recipe can be a bit acidic for some people’s taste buds.
To minimize the acid, add 1/2 tbsp sugar when cooking.

Sometimes using canned tomatoes for this recipe may lack that fresh tomato taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are an excellent source of essential nutrients and antioxidants that may help protect against chronic diseases.
They are low in calories, high in fiber, and rich in vitamins A, C, and K. Vitamin C improves skin health, and vitamin K helps in preventing blood clots and improves bone health.

	4 -5 fresh whole tomatoes
	2 garlic cloves
	fresh basil leaf
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1/2 cup water