Brazilian recipe
Homemade Tomato Sauce
This homemade tomato sauce is a culinary staple, prepared with fresh, aromatic tomatoes, and is perfect for pasta dishes and a variety of other recipes.
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Ingredients
2 kg ripe tomatoes (Roma or Italian variety), halved and seeded
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 pinch cumin
Salt to taste
Basil to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 pinch cumin
Salt to taste
Basil to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, and fresh basil at your local farmers market or the produce section of any neighborhood grocery store. Olive oil and spices like cumin can be found in the pantry staples aisle of any supermarket.
Preparation
- Place the tomatoes in a pot
- Cook over heat until they become soft
- Pass the cooked tomatoes through a food mill or sieve to remove the skins and obtain a smooth puree
- Heat the olive oil in a separate pot
- Sauté the chopped onion and crushed garlic until they are lightly golden
- Add the pureed tomatoes and the pinch of cumin to the pot
- Let it cook over low heat for 15 minutes
- Season with salt to taste
- Finish the recipe by adding the fresh basil before serving
Notes
A sauce made from scratch always offers superior flavor compared to store-bought versions. This recipe focuses on simplicity and the freshness of the ingredients, resulting in a versatile base for your everyday cooking.
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