Spicy Pizza Sauce Recipe
This spicy pizza sauce recipe doesn’t ask politely for attention—it demands it. Packed with fiery chilies and bold spices, it’s for thrill-seekers, not flavor wimps. The heat builds with each bite, leaving taste buds tingling in delight (or slight pain—your call). Skip the store-bought blandness and unleash a sauce that stands up to gooey cheese and crispy crust. Let’s get reckless with the spice meter.
Spicy Pizza Sauce Recipe
Fiery and bold pizza sauce packed with chilies, garlic, and spices, perfect for those who love a fiery kick on their pizza.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- Fresh basil for garnish optional
Instructions
- Heat oil: Warm olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Add onions and cook for 5 minutes until golden. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes and spices: Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, chili flakes, paprika, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Stir well.
- Simmer: Lower the heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld.
- Blend (optional): Use an immersion blender for a smoother texture if desired.
- Taste and adjust: Add more chili flakes for extra heat or balance with sugar if it’s too spicy.
- Cool and serve: Let the sauce cool slightly before spreading on pizza dough.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving – ½ cup):
- Calories: 95
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Vitamin A: 12%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Iron: 10%
- Potassium: 14%
- Folate: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Pro Tip: Swap cayenne for habanero powder if you’re a real spice daredevil.
- Storage Hack: Refrigerate for a week or freeze up to three months.
- Serving Suggestion: Drizzle extra chili oil on your pizza for a full-throttle spice experience.
- Flavor Boost: A splash of balsamic vinegar can balance the heat beautifully.
