Can you substitute chopped tomatoes with tomato sauce?

While chopped tomatoes and tomato sauce are made from the same ingredient – tomatoes – they cannot be substituted for one another.

Chopped tomatoes are simply diced or crushed tomatoes, usually packed in their juice. They are a common ingredient in a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, and sauces.

Tomato sauce, on the other hand, is a cooked tomato product that has been seasoned and/or pureed. It is also a common ingredient in a variety of dishes, including spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna, and pizza.

Depending on the recipe, you may be able to substitute one ingredient for the other. But remember, tomato sauce has more intense flavour and consistency, so it may be necessary to adjust other ingredients in the recipe to compensate.