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San Marzano Pizza Sauce Recipe

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This San Marzano Pizza Sauce recipe offers a simple, authentic Italian sauce made from whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes and flavored with garlic, oregano, fresh parsley, and a hint of chili flakes. It requires no cooking and is perfect for spreading on homemade pizzas or as a dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

  • 28 ounce San Marzano tomatoes (796 mL, whole peeled)
  • 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 and minced
  • Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush the tomatoes: In a medium bowl, empty the contents of the can of San Marzano tomatoes. Hand crush the tomatoes until you achieve a slightly chunky, spreadable consistency.
  2. Combine ingredients: Add salt, dried oregano, extra virgin olive oil, bay leaf, finely chopped garlic, fresh minced parsley, and optional chili flakes to the crushed tomatoes. Mix thoroughly to combine all flavors.
  3. Let it rest: Allow the sauce to sit for about 30 minutes at room temperature. This resting period helps the flavors to meld and develop a richer taste.
  4. Remove bay leaf & serve: Before using the sauce on your pizza or dish, discard the bay leaf. The sauce is now ready to spread or use as desired.

Notes

  • This sauce is uncooked, preserving the fresh, bright flavor of San Marzano tomatoes.
  • You can adjust the garlic and chili flakes based on your preference for heat and pungency.
  • For a smoother sauce, you can blend it briefly but traditionally it is hand crushed for texture.
  • Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Be sure to use authentic San Marzano tomatoes for the best flavor and quality.

Keywords: San Marzano pizza sauce, Italian pizza sauce, no-cook pizza sauce, homemade pizza sauce, fresh tomato sauce

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