Garlic Knots Marinara Dipping Sauce Recipe
Garlic Knots Marinara Dipping Sauce Recipe is a comfort food favorite for many families. It feels warm, cozy and very satisfying. This recipe is perfect for parties, movie nights, or simple dinners. The sauce is rich, smooth, and full of Italian flavor. You will love how easy it is to make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Heat the Olive Oil
- Pour olive oil into a saucepan. Heat it over medium heat until warm but not smoking.
Cook the Onion
- Add chopped onion to the pan. Cook gently until soft and slightly golden.
Add Garlic
- Stir in minced garlic. Cook for thirty seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Add Tomato Paste
- Mix in tomato paste. Cook for one minute to deepen the flavor.
Add Tomatoes
- Pour crushed tomatoes into the pan. Stir well to combine everything evenly.
Season the Sauce
- Add oregano, basil, chili flakes, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently.
Simmer Slowly
- Lower the heat. Let the sauce simmer uncovered for twenty minutes.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the sauce. Adjust salt or sugar if needed.
Finish with Basil
- Turn off heat. Add fresh basil if using. Stir once more.
Serve Warm
- Serve warm with freshly baked garlic knots for dipping.
Notes
- Use San Marzano tomatoes for a sweeter and richer flavor.
- Add butter at the end for extra smooth texture.
- Blend the sauce if you like it very smooth.
- Add roasted garlic for deeper garlic flavor.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried if available.
- Add grated Parmesan for a cheesy twist.
- Make it spicy with extra chili flakes.