Simple Puttanesca Sauce

Puttanesca sauce originated in Naples, Italy, and is said to have been created by prostitutes who needed a quick and flavorful meal between clients.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 11.

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Simple Puttanesca Sauce

Cooking Method: Simmering Cuisine: Italian Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 25 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Spaghetti
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 4 fillet Anchovy fillets
• 14 ounce Canned diced tomatoes
• 4 ounce Kalamata olives
• 2 tablespoon Capers
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add garlic and anchovy fillets, cook until fragrant and anchovies dissolve.
4. Stir in diced tomatoes, olives, capers, and red pepper flakes.
5. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat.
7. Season with salt and black pepper.
8. Serve topped with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.