Easy Pasta Puttanesca
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Easy Pasta Puttanesca, a bold and flavorful Italian classic that comes together in just 30 minutes. Bursting with the robust tastes of garlic, anchovies, zesty capers, briny black olives, and fiery red chili flakes, this hearty dish is perfect for those who love a little kick in their pasta. A rich, tangy tomato sauce clings to perfectly al dente spaghetti, making every bite irresistible. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness, this quick and simple puttanesca recipe is ideal for busy evenings without sacrificing taste. Plus, it’s made with pantry staples, ensuring you can whip it up anytime cravings strike. Serve it with a crusty loaf of bread and a side salad for an unforgettable meal that's as easy as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 anchovy fillets, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 400 grams canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 100 grams pitted black olives, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, 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. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and the anchovies have melted into the oil.
Crush the canned tomatoes with your hands or a fork, then add them to the skillet along with their juices. Stir to combine.
Stir in the chopped black olives, rinsed capers, and dried oregano. Let the sauce simmer on medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper if needed.
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and toss again to evenly distribute.
Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy your Easy Pasta Puttanesca!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.4 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 6973 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.0 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 48.8 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1230 mg | 26% | |
*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.
