tomato sauce
"Tomato sauce" varies by region, serving as both a base for dishes and a condiment, with roots in many culinary traditions.
Definition
B1North America
(culinary)A smooth, pureed tomato-based sauce with minimal ingredients, often used as a base for dishes like pasta sauces, soups, and stews.
Example
- She used tomato sauce as the base for her homemade spaghetti.
A2UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India
(informal)A condiment similar to ketchup, used to add flavor to foods.
Example
- He added tomato sauce to his fries.
B2Italy
(culinary)A slow-cooked sauce made from fresh tomatoes, herbs, and spices, used as a base for various pasta dishes.
Example
- The chef prepared a rich tomato sauce for the pasta.
C1France
(culinary, formal)One of the five mother sauces, made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs, used as a base for other sauces.
Example
- In French cuisine, sauce tomate is a foundational element.
B2Mexico
(culinary)A traditional puree of tomatoes often used as a base for spicy sauces and moles.
Example
- She used tomato sauce as a base for her mole.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "tomato sauce":
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