Learn how to make a flavorful and versatile marinara sauce using your Instant Pot. This homemade marinara is quick, easy, and perfect for adding to pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce. With just a handful of ingredients and the convenience of the Instant Pot, you can have a delicious marinara sauce ready in no time. This recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights or when you want to impress your guests with a homemade sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
- Press the 'Saute' function on the Instant Pot and heat the olive oil.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, saute for 2-3 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste to the Instant Pot.
- Stir in the dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Cancel the 'Saute' function and secure the lid on the Instant Pot.
- Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' setting and set the timer for 10 minutes.
- Once the timer goes off, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release the pressure for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release.
- Carefully remove the lid and stir the marinara sauce.
- Serve the marinara sauce immediately or let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
