How to Make Basic Marinara for the Instant Pot - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a homemade marinara sauce - the rich flavors of ripe tomatoes, garlic, and herbs all come together to create a versatile sauce that can be used in countless dishes. And with the Instant Pot, making marinara sauce from scratch has never been easier. In just a fraction of the time it would take on the stove, you can have a delicious, homemade marinara sauce that will elevate all of your favorite Italian dishes.

Our basic marinara recipe for the Instant Pot is a si...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ¼ cup dry red wine
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • ¾ teaspoon sea salt
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 bay leaf

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function to heat the pot. Add olive oil and onion; cook until onion is translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in red wine and simmer until reduced by half.
  • Pour diced tomatoes and whole tomatoes into the pot. Bring to a simmer. Stir in basil, oregano, parsley, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and bay leaf. Press Keep Warm. Close and lock the lid. Seal the vent. Select Manual function and set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Discard bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to puree the sauce.
  • Nutrition

    115 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 615mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 121mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 510mg