Harissa Tomato Sauce
Harissa Tomato Sauce is a bold, flavorful twist on classic tomato sauce. Combining spicy harissa with rich tomatoes, garlic, and spices, this sauce adds a deep, smoky heat to any dish. It’s perfect for pasta, grilled meats, or as a dipping sauce. Easy to make, it’s a great way to spice up your meals.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring spoons
- knife
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons harissa
- 1 tablespoon demerara sugar
- 2 x 400g tins of chopped tomatoes
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ teaspoon caraway seeds
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute, stirring until fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, chopped tomatoes, harissa, demerara sugar, bay leaf, caraway seeds, and ground coriander to the pan. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then lower the heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning. Adjust if needed with salt, pepper, or more harissa if you like extra spice.
- Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving or storing in an airtight container.