Make Your Own Pizza Sauce: The Simple Recipe for Authentic Flavour
A real pizza sauce never needs a long simmer—in Italy it’s often stirred together raw so the fresh tomato flavour stays bright. Here’s how to do it in five minutes.
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The simple recipe
- 400 g crushed tomatoes (passata)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- a pinch of oregano, sea salt
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated (optional)
Whisk everything together—that’s it. Spread the sauce thinly over your pizza dough so the base stays crisp.
The most common mistakes
Too much sauce turns the crust soggy. Excess water in the tomatoes is another culprit—passata is ideal for this. Season gently: good oregano and a swirl of fine olive oil are usually all you need.
The quick upgrade
Craving deeper flavour without extra effort? Our Sugo Cilentano doubles as a punchy pizza base—crafted with extra-virgin olive oil and zero preservatives. For an extra-intense note, stir in a spoonful of sun-dried tomato paté.
