Amatriciana sauce is a traditional Italian pasta sauce made with tomatoes, pancetta, and red onions. It is named after the town of Amatrice in the Lazio region of Italy, where it originated. This sauce is typically served with bucatini or spaghetti pasta, and is a popular dish in Roman and Italian cuisine.
Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 ounces pancetta, diced
– 1 red onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Method
1. In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the pancetta and onion and cook until the pancetta is crisp and the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the parsley and Parmesan cheese and cook for 2 minutes. Serve with cooked pasta.
Potential changes & improvements
– You could add more or less of the sugar, salt, and black pepper to taste.
– You could also add in other herbs and spices, such as basil or oregano.
– If you want a thinner sauce, you can add in some water or chicken broth.
– For a creamier sauce, you could stir in some heavy cream or half-and-half.
What other food it works well with
Amatriciana sauce goes well with pasta, of course, but it can also be used as a pizza sauce or as a sauce for chicken or fish. It is also a common ingredient in dishes such as lasagna and eggplant Parmesan.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake people make when making Amatriciana sauce is using pancetta that is too fatty. Be sure to trim the pancetta of any excess fat before cooking. Another mistake is using too much garlic, which can overwhelm the other flavors in the sauce. Start with two cloves and add more to taste.
Nutritional Information
– 1 serving = 1/2 cup
– Calories: 107
– Fat: 10 g
– Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
– Cholesterol: 10 mg
– Sodium: 564 mg
– Carbohydrates: 5 g
– Fiber: 1 g
– Sugar: 3 g
– Protein: 3 g
Allergens
This recipe contains the following allergens:
– Dairy (Parmesan cheese)
– Pork (pancetta)