Spicy Red Pasta Sauce
The use of red pepper flakes in this sauce adds a spicy kick and is a popular ingredient in Italian cuisine.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 3 clove Garlic
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 can Canned Crushed Tomatoes
- 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion. Cook until onion becomes translucent.
- Add diced red bell pepper and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.
- Add dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and sugar. Stir again.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the spicy red pasta sauce over your favorite cooked pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.