Spaghetti Puttanesca

Transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Italy with Spaghetti Puttanesca, a bold and vibrant pasta dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors. This classic recipe combines al dente spaghetti with a tantalizing sauce made from garlic-infused olive oil, briny anchovies, tangy capers, zesty black olives, and rich diced tomatoes, all elevated by a touch of red chili flakes for a subtle kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight dinner that doesn’t compromise on taste. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and, if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan for an indulgent finish. Whether you’re craving a comforting meal or a quick culinary escape, this Spaghetti Puttanesca delivers a delightful harmony of savory, salty, and spicy notes in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 6 pieces Anchovy fillets
• 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
• 100 grams Black olives (pitted, sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 400 grams Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to the package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water and then drain the spaghetti.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the garlic (minced) and anchovy fillets to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is golden and the anchovies have dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the red chili flakes, sliced black olives, and capers. Cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, stirring well to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if the sauce needs to be loosened.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta. Toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnishing each plate with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your Spaghetti Puttanesca!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1215.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1837.8

Total Fat 100.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.4g
Cholesterol 108.0mg	0%
Sodium 11061.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 84.3g	0%

Vitamin D 480.0IU	0%
Calcium 1189.3mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 1783.1mg	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: 49.1%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 32.7%