Arrabiata Sauce is the perfect way to add a spicy, robust flavor to your favorite pasta dishes. This traditional Italian sauce, known for its fiery kick, combines the richness of tomatoes, the heat of crushed red pepper flakes, and the smooth finish of vodka. But we’re taking it a step further by incorporating WellVine™ powder, a 100% real-food prebiotic, to make this sauce not only delicious but also a smart choice for your health.
Why Arrabiata Sauce?
Arrabiata, meaning "angry" in Italian, is a sauce that brings a bold, spicy flavor to your meals. This sauce is ideal for those who love a bit of heat in their dishes, with the crushed red pepper flakes providing just the right amount of spice. The addition of WellVine™ powder enhances the flavor while delivering essential nutrients that support gut health and overall wellness.
The Ingredients:
- Olive Oil: Used to sauté the onions and garlic, forming the flavorful base of the sauce.
- Onion & Garlic: Provide a savory depth to the sauce.
- Diced Tomatoes: The heart of the sauce, offering a rich, tangy flavor.
- Bay Leaf: Adds a subtle earthy note.
- Fresh Basil: Infuses the sauce with a hint of sweetness and freshness.
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes: Give the sauce its signature spicy kick.
- Vodka: Adds a smooth finish to the sauce, helping to balance the flavors.
- WellVine™ Powder: The secret ingredient, offering a dose of prebiotics and polyphenols to boost the sauce’s nutritional value.
How to Make It:
Creating this Arrabiata Sauce is a rewarding process that fills your kitchen with the rich aromas of Italian cooking. Start by sautéing onions and garlic in olive oil until golden. Then, add diced tomatoes, water, bay leaf, and salt, and let the sauce simmer until it reduces slightly. After blending the sauce to your desired consistency, finish it with a splash of vodka and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes, along with the WellVine™ powder. This combination of ingredients ensures a rich, flavorful sauce with just the right amount of heat.
Recipe
Serves:4-6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 can full of water
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- TT Kosher Salt
- 1 fl Oz Olive Oil
- 1 Tbs Chopped Garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 fl oz Vodka
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- 12 gr WellVine
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until golden, roughly 6-8 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Reduce heat to medium and add the diced tomatoes, water bay leaves, and salt. Simmer until reduced slightly, about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Use an immersion blender (or regular blender) to blend the sauce to your desired consistency. Add salt throughout the process to reduce bitterness. Add basil when done cooking.
Cool and reserve, it always tastes better tomorrow.
In a sauté pan over medium high heat, add oil and wait until it shimmers. Add garlic and sauté briefly until golden, add chili peppers, count to 10 and then remove from heat, add vodka, put back on heat and flame off alcohol. When flames subside, add tomato sauce , well vine, and stir until evenly blended.
Serve on top of your favorite pasta.
The WellVine™ Advantage
Adding WellVine™ powder to this Arrabiata Sauce provides an extra layer of health benefits. As a 100% real-food prebiotic, WellVine™ supports a healthy gut microbiome, aids digestion, and contributes to overall wellness. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a delicious, spicy sauce while also taking care of your health.
Perfect for Any Pasta
Serve this Arrabiata Sauce over your favorite pasta for a meal that’s sure to satisfy. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just looking for a quick weeknight meal, this sauce is a versatile option that pairs well with a variety of dishes.
