Puttanesca

Transform your weeknight dinners with the bold and savory flavors of classic Spaghetti Puttanesca. This Italian pasta dish is a quick and flavorful option, featuring a robust tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, anchovies, and a kick of red pepper flakes. Briny black olives and capers bring a touch of Mediterranean flair, while dried oregano and fresh parsley add aromatic depth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy one-pan recipe is perfect for busy evenings when you want something delicious without the fuss. Serve it hot and pair with crusty bread or a crisp side salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for lovers of bold, umami-rich dishes, this spaghetti alla puttanesca is a true crowd-pleaser and your new go-to pasta recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 anchovy fillets, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 800 grams canned whole peeled tomatoes
• 120 grams pitted black olives, sliced
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water and then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add minced garlic, chopped anchovy fillets, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the anchovies have melted into the oil.

Step 4

Crush the canned whole peeled tomatoes with your hands or a fork and add them (with their juices) to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced black olives, drained capers, and dried oregano. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and season with salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 8

Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, adding some of the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

Step 9

Finish by garnishing with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1499.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1698.1

Total Fat 80.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 8912.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 63.4g	0%

Vitamin D 480IU	0%
Calcium 444.6mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 1980.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 43.3%