Tomate frito is every Spanish cook’s go-to tomato sauce – tangy, savoury and hugely versatile. In supermarkets you’ll usually find it in a completely separate aisle to the tinned tomatoes, available in tins, jars and cartons. The commercial stuff can be tasty, but is often highly processed and full of additives, so making your own is a great idea.

In the spirit of this month’s St. Patrick’s celebrations, we’ve chosen this simple yet delicious Irish classic that’s sure to be a hit with all that try it. Here's our recipe on how to make it.