Puttanesca
Puttanesca is a vibrant Italian pasta dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its bold flavors of garlic, anchovies, and tangy tomatoes. This hearty meal comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or lively gatherings. Enjoy the delightful combination of salty olives and capers in a rich sauce that clings beautifully to spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned whole tomatoes
- 4 anchovy fillets, chopped
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed
- 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare: Gather all ingredients and equipment.
- Boil Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped anchovies; cook until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add Tomatoes: Pour in canned tomatoes (crush slightly) with their juices. Stir in capers and olives; let simmer for about 15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season: Add red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Combine: Toss cooked spaghetti into the sauce until well coated. Serve immediately topped with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg