Mutha Sauce

Meet the ultimate flavor-packed kitchen staple: Mutha Sauce! This versatile, slightly smoky tomato-based sauce combines the tangy depth of apple cider vinegar with the subtle sweetness of brown sugar, giving it a perfectly balanced kick. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and a harmonious blend of spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder, this sauce is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you're looking for a bold base for pasta, a topping for grilled meats, or a zesty dip for fries, Mutha Sauce does it all. Ready in just 40 minutes with simple pantry ingredients, this recipe is ideal for meal prep since it stores beautifully in the fridge or freezer. Bring your dishes to life with this rich and robust homemade sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely diced onion
• 4 large, minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable or chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable or chicken stock.

Step 5

Add the apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Season the sauce with paprika, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, sugar, or vinegar to balance the flavors to your liking.

Step 9

Serve hot or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for later use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1366.7 grams (1366.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	699

Total Fat 31.90g	41%
Saturated Fat 4.70g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3591mg	156%
Total Carbohydrate 97.60g	35%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 56.60g
Protein 15.20g	30%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 306mg	24%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 2896mg	62%

*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: 38.9%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 52.9%