Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsRicco's Italian BistroSide Meat Sauce Recipe

Side Meat Sauce Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Make Side Meat Sauce Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onions become translucent and fragrant.

  2. 2

    Brown the Ground Beef

    Add the 500 grams of ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

  3. 3

    Add the Tomatoes

    Stir in the 400 grams of tomato purée and the 400 grams of diced tomatoes. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

  4. 4

    Season the Sauce

    Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 0.5 teaspoon of red chili flakes, and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the sauce. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings.

  5. 5

    Simmer

    Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from heat. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or as a side for your favorite dishes.

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