The Best 5 Minute Tomato Sauce
The Best 5-Minute Tomato Sauce is your ultimate kitchen shortcut. Made with six pantry staples in one pan, it delivers a vibrant, rich flavour that’s perfect for pizza, pasta, and beyond. Faster than delivery and infinitely better than jarred sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 400g can finely chopped tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon caster sugar
- ½-1 teaspoon dried chilli flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Infuse the oil:Place olive oil and finely chopped garlic in a small, cold saucepan. Heat over medium-low until the oil around the garlic begins to bubble gently. Cook for 1 minute - do not let the garlic brown.
- Combine and cook:Add the finely chopped tomatoes, dried oregano, caster sugar, and chilli flakes (if using). Stir well and heat through for 1-2 minutes until hot.
- Season and serve:Season generously with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust sugar if needed. Use immediately for pasta, or allow to cool for pizza bases.
Notes
- MEASUREMENTS:
We use Australian tablespoons and cups: 1 teaspoon = 5 ml, 1 tablespoon = 20 ml & 1 cup = 250 ml. -
TOMATOES:
For the best result, use Mutti Finely Chopped Tomatoes. If using whole or diced tomatoes, pulse them in a blender first until finely chopped. -
BALANCING THE FLAVOUR:
The sugar is crucial for cutting through the tomatoes acidity. Start with 1 teaspoon but you can always add an extra ½ teaspoon after tasting if required. This is more common if using a budget-friendly brand of canned tomatoes.