Red Sauce Pasta
Red sauce pasta is a traditional Italian meal that has gained popularity all over the world. Many people love this pasta dish for its hearty and comforting flavors, which are created with a straightforward tomato sauce. Red sauce pasta is a great option whether you're searching for a simple weeknight supper or a mouthwatering dish to amaze your visitors.
Equipment
- 1 Deep frying pan
- 1 Strainer
- Grinding jar
- 1 Tablespoon/Ladle
Ingredients
For boiling pasta:
- 200 gms Macaroni pasta
- Water for boiling
- Salt to taste
- 1 pinch Black pepper powder
- 3 tsp Oil
Instructions
- Set the water to boil, season with salt to taste, and add 1 teaspoon of oil. Once the water is boiling vigorously, add the macaroni pasta and cook for 7-8 minutes or until al dente.
- Once the pasta has been strained, add 2 teaspoon of oil, salt, and pepper powder to taste, toss to combine, and set aside until the pasta is ready.
- Thoroughly wash the tomatoes, cut them into quarters, then place them in a grinding jar and purée them.
- Place the pan on low heat, add the oil, and sauté the ginger-garlic mixture for 30 seconds.
- Add the chopped onions and heat through over medium-low heat.
- Now turn down the heat and add the Kashmiri red chilli powder. Cook for only a few seconds, maybe ten to fifteen
- Now whisk in the tomato purée, salt to taste, and tomato ketchup. Cook for a further 1–2 minutes over medium-high heat before covering and cooking for a further 10 minutes.
- The homemade red sauce is now ready; set it away and use it later when preparing pasta for your family. Add oregano, red chilli flakes, and a dash of black pepper powder. Stir and heat for one minute.
- To prepare pasta, just add the cooked pasta, mix gently, and simmer for 2-3 minutes on medium heat. If desired, top with processed cheese. Add little pasta water to the sauce to modify the consistency.
Notes
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- You can also add meat such as ground beef or Italian sausage for a heartier dish.
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- For people with dietary needs, gluten-free spaghetti is also an option, as is whole wheat pasta.
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- Add a generous amount of cheese on top of the cooked pasta and cover it for 2 mins till it melts. This makes the dish more appealing.
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- You can add vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms, etc. to make the pasta more full.
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- Do not overcook the pasta as it will become mushy.
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- If you are adding meat to your pasta, brown it beforehand in a pan before incorporating it into the sauce.
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- Red sauce pasta is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. If you prefer a spicier sauce, add some red chilly flakes or cayenne pepper. If you like a creamier sauce, add some heavy cream or half-and-half to the skillet along with the tomato sauce.
- Refrigerator: You may keep leftover red sauce pasta there for up to three days if you put it in an airtight container. Before storing the pasta, make sure to let it cool completely. Then, reheat it completely before serving.
- Freezer: Red sauce pasta may be frozen if you need to keep it for more than three days. Pasta may be frozen for up to three months if it is put in an airtight container or freezer bag after it has cooled. When you're ready to dine, let the pasta defrost overnight in the fridge, then give it a good stir-fry.
- Separate the pasta and sauce: It is better to store the pasta and sauce separately if you plan to keep red sauce pasta for a long time. This will stop the sauce from being watery and the pasta from getting soggy. When you're ready to serve, combine the pasta and sauce and store them separately in two containers.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
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