Marinara Sauce
Cowbridge Kitchen
About This Recipe
The Italian cuisine is famous for its fantastic sauces, tomato sauce especially.
Marinara sauce is a slightly tangy tomato pasta sauce that has been made famous as a Subway sandwich sauce for the Meatball Sub.
I like to cook my Homemade Meatballs in this sauce, meatball marinara it delicious served on its own or as a pasta bake.
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The origins of marinara sauce can be traced back to the coastal regions of Italy, particularly Naples, where it was first created by fishermen who sought a simple yet tasty accompaniment for their meals.
Traditionally, this sauce is made from a base of ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs, reflecting the abundant local produce and the Mediterranean diet.
The name "marinara" is derived from the Italian word "marinaro," meaning "seafaring," which suggests that the sauce was originally prepared by sailors returning from the sea.
Over time, marinara sauce evolved, incorporating various regional ingredients and techniques, leading to its widespread popularity not only in Italy but also around the world.
Today, it serves as a versatile foundation for numerous dishes, from pasta to pizza, embodying the rich culinary heritage of Italian cuisine.
15 mins Prep time
45 mins Cooking time
Time
This is based on 123g serving
0.5 Cup
Calories: 34
Protein: N/A
Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 4g
Nutrition
Servings
Anybody can have a go at this recipe.
Difficulty
The longer you let this sauce cook the better it will taste.
Cost to make:
£1.71 / $2.16(Est.)
Equipment:
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How to Make Marinara Sauce
Marinara sauce is a tomato sauce usually made with tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and onions. Variations include capers, olives, spices, and a dash of wine.
This sauce takes a bit of time as it needs to reduce for about an hour.
The sauce can be used as a Pasta Sauce or even as a Pizza base tomato sauce.
Cuisine:Italian
ingredients
1 Brown Onion
1 tsp Chopped Garlic
60 ml Tomato Paste
30 ml Extra Virgin Oil
1 tsp of Dry Oregano
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
Pinch of Chilli Flakes
Cooking Instructions
- Peal your onion and just slice it in half, then throw it into a thick bottom or cast iron cooking pot.
- Add the two tins of chopped tomatoes and the Extra Virgin Olive Oil and stir.
- Turn on the heat and start to bring it to the boil.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to the pan, Garlic, Oregano, Black Pepper & Tomato Paste.
- Mix this together with a wooden spoon.
- When the sauce is boiling reduce to a low simmer.
- You need to simmer this sauce for at least 45 minutes, the longer the better.
- When the sauce is finished remove the onion and then if you wish you can blend the sauce, I just get a potato masher in there and mash it down.
This sauce goes well with Meatballs, but you can use this Marinara sauce as a pasta sauce as well.
