Napolitana Sauce

Transform your pasta nights with this authentic and aromatic Napolitana Sauce recipe, a true celebration of classic Italian flavors. Made from a vibrant mix of ripe tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and finely chopped onions, this hearty sauce is enhanced with dried oregano, basil, and a hint of red chili flakes for just the right amount of warmth. Simmered to perfection for 50 minutes, the sauce achieves a rich, velvety texture, balanced by a touch of sugar and fresh torn basil leaves added just before serving. Ideal for coating al dente pasta or as a versatile base for your favorite Italian dishes, this easy-to-make Napolitana Sauce brings the taste of Italy to your table in under an hour. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, it's a must-try recipe for any home chef looking to master the art of homemade tomato sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and stir in the tomato paste.

Step 5

Mix the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes into the mixture.

Step 6

Pour in 1 cup of water to help the tomatoes break down and form a sauce.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently, uncovered, for 40-45 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Stir in the torn fresh basil leaves just before serving.

Step 11

Serve the Napolitana sauce hot over your favorite pasta or use as a base for other Italian dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1955 grams (1955.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	632

Total Fat 31.50g	40%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2471mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 82.40g	30%
Dietary Fiber 23.00g	82%
Total Sugars 50.70g
Protein 18.00g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 332mg	26%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 4192mg	89%

*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: 41.4%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 48.1%