Extra Sauce Recipe
Make Extra Sauce Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Extra Sauce Base
Seasoning & Brighteners
Finish & Texture
Method
Extra Sauce Base
- 1
Heat oil and soften aromatics
Place a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add olive oil and warm for 30 seconds. Add the finely diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and soft, about 5–7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to brown it.
- 2
Add tomato components
Stir in the tomato paste and cook 1 minute to remove raw edge. Add the tomato passata (or strained tomatoes) and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Seasoning & Brighteners
- 3
Season the sauce
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate. Reduce heat to low so the sauce maintains a gentle simmer.
- 4
- 5
Fresh herb finish
Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil if using. This brightens the sauce and adds freshness.
Finish & Texture
- 6
Adjust thickness
If the sauce is thicker than desired for 'extra sauce' use, stir in up to 1/4 cup water or stock, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the preferred consistency.
- 7
Enrich and serve
For a glossy, richer finish, swirl in 1 tablespoon of butter off the heat until melted and incorporated. Taste and correct seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a pinch more sugar if needed. Allow sauce to cool slightly before transferring to a container for serving alongside the dish or portioning as extra sauce.