Best 5 Marinara Dipping Sauce Recipes

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Craving for a luscious and tangy marinara dipping sauce for your next gathering or movie marathon? Look no further! Join us as we embark on a culinary adventure, where we'll guide you through the art of creating the perfect marinara masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this article will provide you with everything you need to know to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable marinara dipping sauce. Get ready to transform your everyday snacks, pizza crusts, and vegetable platters into culinary delights with our mouthwatering recipes. Let's get saucy!

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MARINARA DIPPING SAUCE



Marinara Dipping Sauce image

Serve this traditional marinara sauce with warm bread. Garlic bread would also be delicious!

Provided by Jackie Smith

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
5 tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
1 teaspoon white sugar
¼ cup water
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil and saute garlic until light brown and softened. Be careful not to burn the garlic. Stir in tomatoes, sugar, water, basil, and salt and pepper.
  • Bring contents of the pan to a boil. Cover and simmer on low heat for approximately 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

MINI MOZZARELLA STICKS WITH MARINARA DIPPING SAUCE



Mini Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Dipping Sauce image

Mozzarella sticks are a must-order whenever I see them on a menu, but the truth is they are really easy to prepare at home, too. All it takes is a few basic ingredients you probably already have on hand and a little patience. Once you try this recipe, I guarantee you're going to want to make it over and over again! I chose to make them mini because I always feel badly double-dipping my mozz sticks in the group marinara, and these mini ones are perfect for just one dunk. Enjoy the mozzarella sticks dunked into marinara sauce or on a salad. They can also be assembled in advance and stored in the freezer, ready to fry anytime you want an appetizer or snack.

Provided by Elena Besser

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups panko
3 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt
1 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
One 12-ounce block whole milk mozzarella cheese, cut into twenty-four 2-inch sticks or Twelve 1-ounce mozzarella string cheese sticks, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce
Neutral oil, such as canola, grapeseed or vegetable
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Make room for the baking sheet in your freezer.
  • Blitz the panko in a food processor until it has the texture of coarse sand. Make a dredging station by preparing 3 large resealable plastic bags. In the first bag, whisk together the eggs with 3 tablespoons water. In the second, combine the flour and 1 tablespoon salt. In the third, combine the panko and Parmesan, as well as the dried basil, dried oregano and/or dried parsley if using.
  • Working in an assembly line, add the mozzarella to the egg mixture, tossing to coat. Allow any excess egg to drip off, then transfer the mozzarella to the flour mixture and shake to coat. Transfer the mozzarella back to the egg mixture, tossing to coat. Transfer the mozzarella to the panko mixture and shake to coat. Transfer the mozzarella back to the egg mixture and then the panko mixture one more time, then place on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet with the mozzarella sticks in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes (see Cook's Note).
  • Meanwhile, make the marinara sauce. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the fennel seeds and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, 1 minute more. Stir in the tomato sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt to taste and keep warm.
  • When ready to fry the mini mozzarella sticks, add a 1/2 inch of neutral oil to a large skillet or Dutch oven and heat over medium heat until shimmering. Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet or line with paper towels.
  • Fry the mozzarella sticks in batches until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to the wire rack and immediately season with salt.
  • Pour the marinara sauce into a ramekin, then place the mozzarella sticks on a serving platter, top with some Parmesan and the chopped parsley and enjoy!

EASY MARINARA DIPPING SAUCE FOR THE LAZY



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For those of us who don't like sauces laden with tomato chunks (much as I like tomato-based foods, tomato chunks just gross me out!) and also happen to be way too lazy to peel and cut tomatoes (that's what cans are for.) For some variation ideas try replacing one of the cans of tomato sauce with tomato paste if you like it thicker. Like it really spicy? Replace one plain can with one can of pre-seasoned tomato sauce. Yummy dipping sauce for mozzarella sticks, serve 1/4 cup in a ramekin. Recommended dishes to have with this sauce: Recipe #394477, Recipe #30977, and Recipe #91274 if making pretzel cheese logs!

Provided by the80srule

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon basil
3/4 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 garlic clove, minced (1/2 tsp liquid garlic)
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash white pepper

Steps:

  • Blend all the ingredients together in a food processor or blender.
  • To gently heat, pour 1/4 cup (or the desired amount) into a microwave-safe ramekin or container, and put a paper plate over it so tomato splats won't get all over the microwave. Nuke for 30 seconds on 50% power. You may have to adjust up or downward depending on microwave strength.

FRIED RAVIOLI WITH MARINARA DIPPING SAUCE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Fried Ravioli with Marinara Dipping Sauce Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 17

Homemade quick marinara sauce:
Olive oil, for frying (I use peanut oil)
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups Italian-style bread crumbs (I use Japanese Panko crumbs for extra crunch and season them with Italian seasoning)
1 box store-bought cheese ravioli (about 24 ravioli)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 jar store bought marinara sauce, heated, for dipping (I make my own)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (buy San Marzano if possible)
1 teaspoon oregano, dried*
1 teaspoons basil, dried*
or 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
1 whole bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon sugar
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Pour enough oil into a large frying pan to reach a depth of 2 inches. Heat the oil over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 325 degrees F. While the oil is heating, put the buttermilk and the bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Working in batches, dip ravioli in buttermilk to coat completely. Allow the excess buttermilk to drip back into the bowl. Dredge ravioli in the bread crumbs. Place the ravioli on a baking sheet, and continue with the remaining ravioli. When the oil is hot, fry the ravioli in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried ravioli to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle the fried ravioli with Parmesan and serve with a bowl of warmed marinara sauce for dipping. To make marinara sauce: Over medium heat, heat oil in a large pot until hot. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until the onions begin to appear translucent. Add the tomatoes, stir to mingle the flavors. Add in the herbs and bay leaves. Sprinkle in sugar, salt and pepper. Lower the heat and continue to simmer for 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir occasionally. Serving ideas: Add a ladle full of marinara sauce to a bowl of pasta and meatballs. Top with Parmesan cheese and basil. In a piece of halved french bread, add meatballs, sauce, Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Put under broiler to toast bread and melt cheese. Chicken Parmigiana: In an oven-proof dish, put a layer of marinara sauce. Add a layer of frozen breaded chicken tenders. Add another layer of sauce, followed by parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Top with chopped parsley. Put in the oven long enough to cook the chicken fingers appropriately, making sure not to burn the cheeses. Store in an air-tight container, or freeze for future use.

THE BIG DIPPER MARINARA DIPPING SAUCE



The Big Dipper Marinara Dipping Sauce image

Many 5-star ratings of Rachael Ray's recipe prompted me to steal it. ;o) Serve this as a dipper or topper.

Provided by Sandi From CA

Categories     Sauces

Time 9m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 tablespoon anchovy paste, optional but recommended
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a small pot over medium heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, pepper flakes and anchovy paste. Cook 2 minutes.
  • Add parsley, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Stir sauce, bring to a bubble and simmer 5 minutes over low heat then place in small bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.4, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 720.9, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 7.3

Tips:

  • Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your sauce will be.
  • Roast the tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their flavor and gives the sauce a smoky depth of flavor.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices: Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices to find a flavor combination that you love.
  • Simmer the sauce low and slow: The longer you simmer the sauce, the more time the flavors have to meld and develop.
  • Taste the sauce as you go: Season the sauce to taste, adding more herbs, spices, or salt and pepper as needed.

Conclusion:

Making a delicious marinara dipping sauce is easy with the right ingredients and a little bit of time. By following these tips, you can create a sauce that is flavorful, versatile, and perfect for dipping your favorite foods.

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