Spaghetti Puttanesca

Spaghetti Puttanesca is a classic Italian pasta dish packed with robust flavors from capers, olives, and anchovies, which meld together in a rich tomato sauce.

Spaghetti Puttanesca

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Spaghetti Puttanesca is a classic Italian pasta dish packed with robust flavors from capers, olives, and anchovies, which meld together in a rich tomato sauce.

Servings 1 people

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 100 grams spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 4 pieces anchovy fillets chopped
• 1 cup canned tomatoes crushed
• 1/4 cup black olives pitted and sliced
• 1 tablespoon capers rinsed
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

 

• Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
• In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
• Add the chopped anchovy fillets to the pan, stirring them into the garlic and oil until dissolved.
• Stir in the crushed tomatoes, sliced black olives, capers, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
• Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss until well coated.
• Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley or shredded cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 16mg

Calories: 410kcal

Meal Type: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: italian cuisine, Pasta Dish, tomato sauce

Cooking Method: Baked

Time: 30-45 Min

Level: Easy