Five Minute Spicy Marinara Recipe

Ready in just 10 minutes, this fiery Five-Minute Spicy Marinara is a game-changer! Bursting with fresh flavor and a delicious kick, it's the ultimate dip for calzones, breadsticks, or anything you can dunk. Simple ingredients create a complex and irresistible sauce that will elevate your next meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 124.3 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Five Minute Spicy Marinara

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How to Make Five Minute Spicy Marinara

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to the heated olive oil. Cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds), stirring frequently.
  3. Pour in 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) of crushed tomatoes. Stir well to combine.
  4. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon of each), and add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
  5. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite bread, calzones, or other dippers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

5g

Carbs

5g