Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this fiery yet simple Arrabbiata sauce! Ready in under an hour using just 5 ingredients, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. Use any tomatoes you have – canned, fresh, diced, or whole – for a customizable and delicious sauce that's bursting with flavor. Get ready for a taste of Italy!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 176.4 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1-2 red chili peppers, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 28 ounces (794g) canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil (optional)

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How to Make Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata

  1. If using whole or large diced tomatoes, briefly blend them in a food processor or blender until roughly pureed. Leave some texture if desired.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan or saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1-2 red chili peppers, finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference).
  4. Cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Add 28 ounces (794g) of canned crushed tomatoes (or equivalent amount of fresh/diced tomatoes), and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  6. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered.
  7. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  8. Stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley or basil before serving.
  9. Serve your delicious Arrabbiata sauce over your favorite pasta!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

9g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata?

Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata?

Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata has approximately 176.4 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata?

The key ingredients for Spicy Tomato Sauce Arrabbiata are Olive Oil, Garlic Cloves, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Salt, Crushed Tomatoes, Fresh Parsley. See the full list with measurements above.

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