Gluten-Free Puttanesca Sauce
Bold and brimming with Mediterranean flavors, this Gluten-Free Puttanesca Sauce is a mouthwatering twist on the classic recipe! Made with rich, vibrant ingredients like Kalamata olives, briny capers, and a touch of fresh oregano and basil, this sauce delivers a taste of Italy right to your kitchen. Simmered low and slow with juicy canned tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and optional anchovies for an added umami boost, this easy-to-make sauce is naturally gluten-free and ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for tossing with your favorite gluten-free pasta, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners yet fancy enough to impress guests. Plus, you can make it ahead and store it for later, ensuring bold, tangy flavors are always at your fingertips. Whether you’re gluten-free or simply craving a hearty sauce with rustic charm, this recipe will become your new Italian go-to!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 Anchovy fillets, drained and chopped (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces Canned whole peeled tomatoes, with juice
- 0.75 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 3
If using, add the chopped anchovy fillets and stir until they dissolve into the oil.
Step 4
Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
Step 5
Pour the canned tomatoes with their juice into the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to gently break up the tomatoes.
Step 6
Bring the tomatoes to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Add the Kalamata olives, capers, and oregano to the skillet.
Step 8
Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 9
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil.
Step 10
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 11
Serve over your favorite gluten-free pasta or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1164.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1177.0 |
| Total Fat 91.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 40mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7792.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.8g | |
| Protein 31.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 320IU | 0% |
| Calcium 444.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1844.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories