Pasta Puttanesca Recipe
This Pasta Puttanesca is SO EASY! A vibrant, quick, and flavorful Italian classic bursting with garlic, olives, capers, and anchovies.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing and adding richness
- 6 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1 Fresno pepper seeded and small diced
- 4 anchovy fillets roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers adds a tangy brininess
- 28 ounces whole peeled tomatoes crushed by hand
- 1 cup Gaeta or Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely minced, for freshness and garnish
- 1 pound dried spaghetti pasta the perfect vehicle for the sauce
- sea salt and pepper to taste, to enhance all the flavors
Instructions
Pasta Puttanesca Recipe: Step-by-Step Guide
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced Fresno pepper and chopped anchovy fillets. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the anchovies to melt into the oil and the pepper to soften.
- Add the capers and the crushed tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well to combine. Season with sea salt and pepper, then let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the drained spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Fold in the sliced olives and minced parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Plate the Pasta Puttanesca, garnishing with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy this simple yet flavorful dish with a sprinkle of freshly cracked pepper on top.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for last-minute meals using pantry staples.
- Experiment with different olives and tomatoes to suit your taste.
- Allowing the sauce to simmer longer deepens the flavors.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.