Sicilian Tomato Sauce Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Sicily with this incredibly versatile tomato sauce! Enjoy it hot or cold, as a perfect complement to fish, chicken, or your favorite cold cuts. Bursting with fresh tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and briny olives, this recipe is simple yet elegant, transporting your taste buds to the sun-drenched Mediterranean.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 168.9 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Sicilian Tomato Sauce

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How to Make Sicilian Tomato Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 2 cloves crushed garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.
  3. Stir in 28 ounces (794g) of passata (or 2 lbs of chopped fresh tomatoes), 4 anchovy fillets (packed in oil, drained), 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives (halved), 1 tablespoon capers (drained), and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot over pasta, fish, or chicken, or enjoy it cold as a flavorful topping for sandwiches or salads.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

6g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sicilian Tomato Sauce?

Sicilian Tomato Sauce takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sicilian Tomato Sauce?

Sicilian Tomato Sauce has approximately 168.9 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sicilian Tomato Sauce?

The key ingredients for Sicilian Tomato Sauce are Olive Oil, Onions, Garlic Cloves, Passata, Anchovy Fillets, Pitted Black Olives. See the full list with measurements above.

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