Simple Puttanesca Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and easy-to-make Simple Puttanesca Sauce! Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, this classic Italian recipe combines the savory umami of anchovies and black olives, the briny zing of capers, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, all simmered to perfection in a rich tomato base. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying option for busy evenings. Serve this versatile sauce over pasta, spoon it over roasted vegetables, or use it as a topping for grilled fish. Packed with pantry-friendly ingredients and fresh parsley for a bright finishing touch, this comforting dish is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful, no-fuss sauce that delivers a taste of Italy at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 anchovy fillets, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cups black olives, pitted and sliced
• 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons 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 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and lightly golden, but not browned.

Step 3

Stir in the minced anchovy fillets and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until the anchovies dissolve into the oil.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet and stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to thicken.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced olives, capers, and dried oregano, and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Adjust the seasoning by adding salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh parsley before serving to add brightness to the sauce.

Step 9

Serve hot over pasta or as a flavorful base for other dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1041.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	813.9

Total Fat 57.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 5407.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 30.0g	0%

Vitamin D 320IU	0%
Calcium 352.0mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2056.7mg	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: 61.7%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 24.1%