Amatriciana Sauce Recipe

Name: Amatriciana Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb +/- pancetta diced(chill before cutting up); 3 28 oz cans tomatoes (break up whole tomatoes and drain - reserve 2 cups liquid); 1/3 cup red wine; corn oil; 1-2 T butter; 2 small or 1 lg onion chopped; pinch hot pepper flakes; salt; sugar(if necessary); chicken stock (if necessary); 1-2 T tomato paste; 1-2 garlic cloves

Servings: persons

1/4 lb +/- pancetta diced(chill before cutting up)
3 28 oz cans tomatoes (break up whole tomatoes and drain - reserve 2 cups liquid)
1/3 cup red wine
corn oil
1-2 T butter
2 small or 1 lg onion chopped
pinch hot pepper flakes
salt
sugar(if necessary)
chicken stock (if necessary)
1-2 T tomato paste
1-2 garlic cloves

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1. Heat corn oil in sauce pan
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2. Dice pancetta and cook slowly in oil
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3. When fat begins to render, add onions
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4. Cook slowly until all fat is redered and onions are translucent.
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5. Add tomato paste and cook down.
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6. Add drained tomatoes and cook 20-40 min.
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7. Make space in tomatoes so bottom of pan is exposed.
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8. Add red wine and allow to almost evaporate.
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9. Stir in red wine
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10. Add some chicken stock.
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11. Correct seasoning.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 lb +/- pancetta diced(chill before cutting up), 3 28 oz cans tomatoes (break up whole tomatoes and drain - reserve 2 cups liquid), 1/3 cup red wine, corn oil, and more.

Yes, Amatriciana Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Amatriciana Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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