This Spicy Tomato Sauce is as simple as it gets but packs in a ton of flavor from just a few ingredients. With it being so simple, each ingredient gets a chance to really shine and bring something to the table. It’s a perfect quick tomato sauce to throw together whenever you need.
Warm extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat - add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic and sauté until very fragrant, about two minutes.
Add the Calabrian chiles and sauté until fragrant, one minute.
Add the tomato passata, salt, and pepper, stir to combine. Turn the heat up to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes at a simmer to allow the flavors to combine.