Halal Vegetable Ragu Sauce Recipe

About this recipe

A rich and flavorful Halal-friendly vegetable ragu sauce, perfect for dinner. This hearty sauce combines fresh tomatoes, peppers, and aromatic herbs for a versatile meal solution.

Ingredients

• 1 Kg Fresh Onion Pack. 1kg - Ofoodi African Store
• 1kg 1kg Green Pepper
• 25G Fillippone Italian Organic Hot Chilli Peppers, 25G
• 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
• - Sussex Wholefoods Organic Dried Basil
• 280G Caprichos Del Paladar Roasted Chopped Tomatoes, 280G
• - Petti Delicato Extra Fine Passata
• - Ktc Vegetable Oil
• - Silver Spoon Granulated Sugar
• 1 Kg Coarse Sea Salt, 1Kg
• - Schwartz Italian Seasoning

Instructions

1. 1. Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2. Add 3 lbs of chopped onions, 4 diced sweet green peppers, and 2 finely chopped hot peppers to the pot. Cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
3. 3. Add 6 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring to combine.
4. 4. Transfer the cooked mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Set aside.
5. 5. Wash and core 10 lbs of chopped tomatoes. Blend the tomatoes in batches until liquified.
6. 6. Return the blended onion and pepper mixture to the pot. Add the liquified tomatoes, 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 1/2 cup of sea salt, 1 tsp of dried basil, and 1/4 cup of italian seasoning. Stir well to combine.
7. 7. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency, about 1-2 hours.
8. 8. For added flavor and body, stir in one large can of passata and mix thoroughly.
9. 9. Once the sauce is ready, ladle it into hot, sterile jars for canning or allow it to cool and store in freezer-safe containers.
10. 10. Use this sauce as a base for pasta dishes, casseroles, or any recipe calling for a rich tomato sauce.