Spicy Marinara Sauce Recipe

Name: Spicy Marinara Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 17 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American

Dish Views: 75 Created: Mar 16, 2025

Serves: 2 People
Prep Time: 25 min
Cooking: 17 min
Calories: 210 kcal
Difficulty: medium

Elevate your meals with this delicious Italian Spicy Marinara Sauce Recipe! In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this intermediate-level recipe that combines crushed tomatoes, garlic, and a dash of red pepper flakes for a zesty sauce that’s only 210 calories. It’s perfect for tossing with pasta or using as a dip, and don’t forget that extra kick from balsamic vinegar and fresh basil!

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Directions

Start by heating some olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
Toss in minced garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes, and sauté them for about 1-2 minutes until they smell amazing.
Next, stir in crushed tomatoes, a bit of sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Let it all come to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, giving it a stir now and then.
After that, add in some fresh basil and a splash of balsamic vinegar, mix it up, and let it cook for another 2 minutes.
Finally, take it off the heat and let it cool down a bit before serving. Enjoy!