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San Marzano Pizza Sauce Recipe

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This San Marzano Pizza Sauce is a simple, authentic Italian sauce made from whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, seasoned with garlic, oregano, parsley, and a touch of chili flakes for optional heat. Perfect for enhancing homemade pizzas, this sauce uses fresh ingredients and requires no cooking, allowing the bright flavors of the tomatoes and herbs to shine through.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 28 ounce San Marzano tomatoes (796 mL, whole peeled tomatoes)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2–3 fresh garlic cloves (finely chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley (fresh, minced)
  • Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush Tomatoes: In a medium bowl, empty the contents of the can of San Marzano whole peeled tomatoes and hand crush them to break them down into a chunky sauce base.
  2. Mix Ingredients: Add salt, dried oregano, extra virgin olive oil, bay leaf, finely chopped garlic cloves, minced Italian flat-leaf parsley, and chili flakes if using. Stir everything together thoroughly to combine all flavors.
  3. Let Flavors Meld: Allow the sauce to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This resting time helps the herbs, garlic, and spices infuse into the tomato base, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
  4. Remove Bay Leaf and Serve: Before using the sauce on your pizza, discard the bay leaf. The sauce is now ready to be spread on pizza dough or used as a dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Using San Marzano tomatoes ensures a sweeter and less acidic flavor compared to regular canned tomatoes.
  • For a smoother sauce, blend the mixture with an immersion blender after crushing the tomatoes.
  • The sauce can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • If you prefer a cooked sauce, gently simmer it for 20 minutes to deepen the flavors.
  • Adjust chili flakes according to heat preference or omit for a milder sauce.

Keywords: San Marzano, Pizza Sauce, Italian Sauce, No-Cook Pizza Sauce, Garlic Sauce, Homemade Pizza Sauce, Italian Herbs

Find it online: https://zarameals.com/san-marzano-pizza-sauce-recipe/