Puttanesca
Puttanesca is a bold and flavorful Italian pasta dish that brings together the robust tastes of garlic, tomatoes, olives, and capers. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a vibrant meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. With its aromatic allure and savory punch, every bite promises to delight your taste buds and leave you craving more. Experience the magic of puttanesca as you savor its mouthwatering goodness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed
- ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute) without browning.
- Add canned tomatoes with juices; crush gently while stirring in capers and olives. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in red pepper flakes and simmer another 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the sauce with a splash of reserved pasta water if needed. Mix well.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg