Pungent Tomato Sauce With Capers and Vinegar Recipe

Name: Pungent Tomato Sauce With Capers and Vinegar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1 pound fresh tomatoes, grated, or 1 can chopped tomatoes; 1 basil sprig; 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and finely chopped; Salt; freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar (more to taste); 1 to 2 tablespoons minced parsley or slivered basil (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a medium heavy saucepan.
2
Add the onion.
3
Cook, stirring often, until tender, about five minutes.
4
Stir in the garlic.
5
Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
6
Stir in the tomatoes, basil sprig, capers, salt and pepper.
7
Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stir and reduce the heat.
8
Simmer 10 to 15 minutes until cooked down and very fragrant.
9
Remove the basil sprig.
10
Stir in the vinegar, the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the optional parsley or basil.
11
Taste and adjust seasonings.
12
Serve hot or cold.

143

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 large garlic clove, minced, 1 pound fresh tomatoes, grated, or 1 can chopped tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Pungent Tomato Sauce With Capers and Vinegar falls under the General 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.

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Pungent Tomato Sauce With Capers and Vinegar

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Variations & substitutions

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