Instant Pot Homemade Marinara Sauce

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Instant Pot Homemade Marinara Sauce

Imagine transforming a few simple ingredients into a mouthwatering marinara sauce that will make your taste buds dance and your family beg for seconds! This Instant Pot Homemade Marinara Sauce is about to revolutionize your cooking, bringing the authentic flavors of Italy right into your kitchen with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness. Forget store-bought sauces – you're about to become the marinara master of your household!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

  1. 2 tablespoons olive oil
  2. 1 onion, chopped
  3. 4 cloves garlic, minced
  4. 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
  5. 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  6. 1 teaspoon sugar
  7. Salt and pepper to taste
  8. Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 chopped onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 cans (28 ounces each) of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of sugar, salt and pepper to taste, and fresh basil for garnish.
  2. Set your Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' mode. Allow it to heat up for a couple of minutes.
  3. Add the 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pot and let it heat until shimmering.
  4. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and slightly softened.
  5. Next, add the minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
  6. After the garlic is fragrant, pour in the 2 cans of crushed tomatoes. Stir well to combine with the sautéed onion and garlic.
  7. Add 1 teaspoon of dried oregano and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the mixture. Stir to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.
  8. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Start with a pinch of each and adjust according to your preference.
  9. Close the Instant Pot lid securely and ensure the steam release valve is set to 'Sealing'.
  10. Set the Instant Pot to 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' mode on high pressure for 20 minutes.
  11. Once the cooking time is complete, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for about 10 minutes. After that, carefully switch the steam release valve to 'Venting' to release any remaining pressure.
  12. Once the pressure has fully released and the lid can be opened safely, remove the lid and stir the marinara sauce.
  13. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar to balance the flavors.
  14. Serve the marinara sauce hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves. It pairs perfectly with pasta, as a pizza sauce, or as a dipping sauce.

Tips

  1. Use high-quality crushed tomatoes for the best flavor. San Marzano tomatoes are ideal if you can find them.
  2. Don't rush the sautéing process – taking time to caramelize the onions and garlic builds deep, rich flavor.
  3. The sugar in the recipe helps balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
  4. Fresh basil makes a huge difference. If possible, add it just before serving to preserve its bright flavor and aroma.
  5. For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a splash of red wine during the sautéing stage.
  6. The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
  7. If the sauce is too thick after cooking, you can thin it out with a little water or pasta cooking water.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 176kcal

Carbohydrates: g

Protein: g

Fat: g

Saturated Fat: 1g

Cholesterol: 0mg

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