Hot Tomato Sauce Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful hot tomato sauce, perfect for elevating your favorite dishes! This recipe delivers a rich, spicy kick in just 30 minutes. Ideal for spaghetti, cabbage rolls, steamed fish, or any dish that craves a burst of umami and heat.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 30.6 kcal
Protein 0g
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 Hot Tomato Sauce

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How to Make Hot Tomato Sauce

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  3. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
  5. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Stir in the sambal oelek and soy sauce. Simmer for another 15 minutes.
  7. Carefully run the sauce through a food mill fitted with a coarse blade to achieve a smooth consistency. (Optional: for a chunkier sauce, skip this step).
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more sambal for extra heat, salt to taste.
  9. Reheat gently before serving. Serve immediately with your favorite dish!
  10. For a milder sauce, reduce the amount of sambal oelek.
  11. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

1g

Carbs

0g

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