Fresh Sicilian Tomato Sauce

Capture the vibrant essence of Italian cooking with this Fresh Sicilian Tomato Sauce, a simple yet flavor-packed recipe bursting with Mediterranean charm. Made from perfectly ripe Roma tomatoes, gently blanched and peeled for a smooth texture, this sauce features the earthy sweetness of sautéed yellow onion and garlic, elevated by fragrant fresh basil and a touch of olive oil. Seasoned with sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this homemade sauce is simmered to perfection in just 25 minutes. Whether spooned over pasta, spread on pizza, or used as a dip, this versatile sauce brings a rich, authentic taste of Sicily to your table. Perfect for busy weeknights or refined dining, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of wholesome, fresh ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 10 medium ripe Roma tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 4 small garlic cloves
• 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 1.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons optional red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. While waiting, prepare an ice bath in a large bowl.

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, score a small 'X' on the bottom of each Roma tomato.

Step 3

Once the water boils, carefully submerge the tomatoes for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until the skins start to peel away.

Step 4

Transfer the tomatoes immediately into the ice bath to cool. Once cooled, peel off the skins and chop the tomatoes into small cubes.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 6

Dice the yellow onion finely and sauté in the olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Mince the garlic cloves and add to the pan, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan, stirring to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 9

Add sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.

Step 10

Simmer the sauce on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Adjust seasoning to taste and add sugar if the tomatoes are too acidic.

Step 11

Tear the fresh basil leaves and stir them into the sauce in the final 2 minutes of cooking.

Step 12

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving over pasta, pizza, or as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	801 grams (801.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	573

Total Fat 43.40g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3526mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 43.80g	16%
Dietary Fiber 10.20g	36%
Total Sugars 25.00g
Protein 7.90g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 117mg	9%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1712mg	36%

*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: 65.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 29.3%