Homemade tomato sauce with herbs

Step-by-step recipe

Step 1:

Cut the tomatoes into pieces and place them in a blender.

Step 2:

Peel the garlic and onion, chop them, and add them to a blender. Add some salt and pepper.

Step 3:

Blend vegetables until smooth.

Step 4:

Heat a frying pan with vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 5:

Add tomato paste and fry for 1-2 minutes until dark in color.

Step 6:

Chop the cilantro.

Step 7:

Pour the tomato paste from the pan into a blender and mix.

Step 8:

Add salt, pepper and sugar, cook for 5 minutes over low heat.

Step 9:

Add chopped herbs to the blender with the sauce.

Step 10:

Beat again until smooth.

Step 11:

Check the taste and adjust with salt or sugar if necessary.

Cooking tips

Use ripe tomatoes - they will give the sauce a rich flavor and vibrant color.

To balance the acidity, add sugar to taste, especially if the tomatoes are not sweet.

If you don't have fresh cilantro, substitute 1 tbsp dried basil to preserve the flavor.

Do not overcook the tomato paste - this will add bitterness, keep it on the heat for no more than 2 minutes.

For a smooth texture, strain the sauce through a sieve after cooking, discarding the skins.

For a piquant flavor, add a pinch of red pepper during cooking.

This homemade tomato sauce with herbs is a versatile sauce that will transform any dish. Try it and see how simple and delicious home cooking can be!