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Fresh Tomato Sauce

This fresh tomato sauce is made by simmering ripe tomatoes with herbs, garlic, and vinegar, resulting in a vibrant, chunky sauce with a bright, tangy flavor. It has a rustic texture with a slightly thickened consistency, perfect for spooning over pasta or grilled vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups ripe tomatoes chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or fresh if available
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Begin by heating olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, until it shimmers and starts to smell fragrant.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the oil and cook, stirring frequently, for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant and just starts to turn golden.
  3. Pour in the chopped ripe tomatoes, stirring them into the garlic and oil mixture. Increase the heat slightly to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Allow the tomatoes to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until they start breaking down and the sauce thickens slightly. The tomatoes should become soft and some juice will evaporate.
  5. Stir in the red wine vinegar and dried oregano, mixing well to combine and brighten the flavors of the sauce.
  6. Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors as needed.
  7. Let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to develop a richer aroma.
  8. Remove from heat and let the sauce rest briefly, then serve over hot pasta or vegetables, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.