Description
A rich and flavorful homemade pizza sauce made with San Marzano tomatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
Instructions
- Pour the whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes into a bowl and crush them by hand or with a potato masher. This manual technique is a top-notch way to achieve a professional, rustic texture that holds up better on a high-protein vegetarian pizza than a thin, watery puree.
- Warm the extra virgin olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for just 60 seconds. You want it to be fragrant and pale gold; avoid browning it, as burnt garlic will ruin the bright, fresh profile of your homemade sauce.
- Stir the dried oregano, basil, onion powder, and red pepper flakes into the warm oil for 30 seconds. This “blooming” process is a professional secret that wakes up the dried herbs, releasing their essential oils into the fat for a much deeper flavor.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the pan. Bring it to a very gentle bubble, then turn the heat to low. This slow simmer allows the flavors to meld together without overcooking the tomatoes, preserving their natural sweetness.
- Stir in the tomato paste to give the sauce a sturdy, spreadable body. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes. A thick sauce is essential for preventing a soggy crust, especially if you are using a high-moisture vegetarian cheese like fresh mozzarella.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool completely before spreading it on your dough. Using room-temperature sauce prevents the yeast in your pizza dough from activating too early, ensuring a crisp, professional-style bake every time.
Notes
- This sauce is perfect for high-protein vegetarian pizzas.
- Using fresh, high-quality ingredients enhances the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg