Best 2 Zesty Tomato Sauce Recipes

In the realm of culinary arts, creating a zesty tomato sauce that bursts with flavor and enlivens any dish is an endeavor that demands passion and precision. Whether you're a seasoned chef or an enthusiastic home cook, embarking on this culinary journey requires careful selection of ingredients, a touch of creativity, and the guidance of proven techniques. From selecting the ripest tomatoes to balancing acidity with sweetness, this article will guide you through the intricacies of crafting a zesty tomato sauce that will transform your culinary creations into unforgettable masterpieces.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ZESTY TOMATO SAUCE

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This is a really good base sauce for fried ravioli, pizza, or whatever.

Provided by Brandon Squige Johnson

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Tomato

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 pounds roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 cup butter, cubed
6 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Toss tomatoes, butter, garlic, and thyme together in a bowl; pour onto prepared baking sheet.
Roast in the preheated oven until tomatoes are slightly charred and have reduced in size, about 1 hour.
Transfer tomato mixture to a blender; add black pepper and kosher salt. Blend until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 328 mg, Sugar 3 g

RICH AND ZESTY RED WINE TOMATO SAUCE

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Here is a recipe for a basic tomato sauce made with red wine- great for cheese-filled pastas and relatively easy to make. My fiance also believe this recipe could be prepped in a crockpot and left to sit all day, but I haven't tried that. See the Directions for an alternative spicier version. Enjoy!

Provided by Keiko Larry

Categories Sauces

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes (can be pre-seasoned if you like)
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
6 -8 whole garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 -4 sprigs fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
1 -2 tablespoon dried oregano
1 -2 tablespoon dried parsley
1 -2 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
salt, to taste
1/4 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
1 (750 ml) bottle merlot

Steps:

In a large pot, sweat the chopped onions and garlic in the olive oil over med-low heat.
Add the peeled tomatoes, crushing them with your hands one by one into smaller chunks. Be careful- they squirt all over the place! Make sure to pour in all the liquid in the cans as well. Add all ingredients except salt, cheese, and wine.
Stir all ingredients together. Cover, and increase heat to med-high. Simmer/cook 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally so that the sauce doesn't burn on the bottom.
Add about 1/3 of the bottle of merlot. Add the cheese. Stir, reduce heat slightly and let that cook uncovered for another 15-20 min, stirring occasionally.
Taste and determine if you need salt, and add to taste. For salt with a little tang, add some more cheese, if you have it. Let simmer another 15 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally.
During the last simmering stage, cook your pasta.
Serve over pasta (1 ladleful is gracious plenty). Extra sauce can frozen for up to a month. To reheat, let simmer on low uncovered, stirring frequently so the sugar in the merlot doesn't burn.
*Spicy alternative: For a spicier sauce, use shiraz in place of merlot and add 2 tsp of dried red pepper flakes.

Tips:

Use ripe, in-season tomatoes. This will ensure the best flavor.
Roast the tomatoes before making the sauce. This concentrates their flavor and makes them sweeter.
Don't overcrowd the pan when roasting the tomatoes. This will prevent them from steaming instead of roasting.
Use a variety of herbs and spices in your sauce. This will add depth and complexity of flavor.
Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Taste the sauce as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Garnish the sauce with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you can easily make a delicious and versatile tomato sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, reach for a jar of homemade tomato sauce and you'll be sure to have a delicious and satisfying meal.