Anchovy Linguini Recipe

Indulge in a burst of umami flavor with this irresistible Anchovy Linguini recipe! Perfect for anchovy enthusiasts, this quick and easy pasta dish features salty, savory anchovies perfectly balanced with fresh herbs and garlic. Don't let the ingredient list fool you – this is a surprisingly sophisticated and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 697.1 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 5.0 (8 Reviews)
Anchovy Linguini

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Anchovy Linguini

  • Linguine
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Anchovy Fillets
  • 1/2 cup water

How to Make Anchovy Linguini

  1. Mince 2 cloves of garlic. In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until lightly browned, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  2. Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley and 2 ounces of oil-packed anchovy fillets, drained. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the anchovies are slightly broken down and combined with the garlic and parsley.
  3. Add 1/2 cup of water to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
  4. Meanwhile, cook 8 ounces of linguine in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Refer to package directions for exact cooking times.
  5. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water.
  6. Add the cooked linguine to the anchovy sauce. Toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

65 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

20g

Carbs

28g