Best Passata Substitutes in Vegan Pizza Margherita
This recipe calls for 200 g passata. If you're out of passata or need to adapt the recipe, here are 3 tested substitutes - each with a quantity guide and notes on how it changes the dish.
About This Substitution
Role in this recipe: Smooth tomato base, pizza sauce
When passata isn't available.
3 Substitutes for Passata in Vegan Pizza Margherita
1. Tinned chopped tomatoes (blended smooth)
Ratio: 1:1
Blend a tin until completely smooth and sieve for the closest result.
2. Fresh tomatoes (blended)
Ratio: 500g fresh per 500ml passata
Peel, deseed and blend - best in summer when tomatoes are ripe.
3. Tomato purée diluted with water
Ratio: 2 tbsp purée + 300ml water per 400ml passata
More concentrated - add some sugar and herbs to balance the intensity.
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