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San Giuanniello Pasta From Bari Recipe

Experience the taste of the sea with this authentic San Giuanniello pasta recipe from Bari, Italy! Inspired by the wives of Bari's fishermen, who prepared this quick tomato sauce ('marinara') as a welcoming feast, this dish captures the essence of coastal Italian cooking. Imagine the flickering lanterns signaling the fishermen's return, and the aroma of garlic, anchovies, and sun-ripened tomatoes filling the air. This simple yet flavorful pasta recipe is ready in under 30 minutes – perfect for a weeknight meal or a taste of Italy anytime!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1200.8 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for San Giuanniello Pasta From Bari

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How to Make San Giuanniello Pasta From Bari

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  3. Add 4 anchovy fillets (packed in oil, drained) and 1 tablespoon of capers, and cook until the anchovies melt into the oil (about 1 minute).
  4. Pour in 1 (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water to the sauce, then add 1 pound of cooked pasta (any short pasta shape works well, like ditalini or orecchiette).
  7. Toss the pasta in the sauce until well coated.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

43g

Carbs

45g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion For 1 Or 2 Appetizers Main Dish Pasta Easy European Beginner Cook Dinner Party Italian Dietary Low Cholesterol Healthy 2 Low In Something Pasta Rice And Grains Ravioli Tortellini Brunch Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less