Delicious Easy Pasta Puttanesca
Whip up a bold and flavorful dinner in just 30 minutes with this **Delicious Easy Pasta Puttanesca** recipe! Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in a robust, tangy tomato-based sauce brimming with the savory depth of anchovies, the brininess of capers and black olives, and a hint of heat from red chili flakes. With a fragrant garlic-infused olive oil base and a fresh parsley finish, this classic Italian pasta dish delivers rich, complex flavors while keeping preparation remarkably simple. Ideal for weeknight meals or casual entertaining, Pasta Puttanesca pairs beautifully with a crisp salad and a sprinkle of grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for an extra touch of indulgence. Looking for a quick, satisfying meal packed with Mediterranean flair? This recipe is your new go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 5 fillets Anchovy fillets, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 400 grams Canned diced tomatoes
- 100 grams Black olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Capers, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 50 grams Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic, chopped anchovy fillets, and red chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, black olives, and capers. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and season with salt and black pepper, adjusting as needed.
Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the puttanesca sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if necessary. Mix well to coat every strand of pasta.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Optional: top with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese before serving.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley or cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.5 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 1128 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.9 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 347 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
