Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca Recipe

Experience the fiery, flavorful explosion of Spaghetti alla Puttanesca! This quick and easy Italian pasta dish bursts with the savory richness of olives, capers, garlic, and spicy chili flakes. A perfect weeknight meal ready in under 15 minutes, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Learn how to make authentic Puttanesca sauce from scratch!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 549.2 kcal
Protein 32g
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Ingredients for Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca

  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh Basil Leaves
  • Onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 4 anchovy fillets, minced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

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How to Make Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. If using anchovies, add them now and cook for another minute until they dissolve into the oil.
  5. Stir in crushed tomatoes, olives, and capers. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat. Add a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

9g

Carbs

29g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca?

Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca takes about 13 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 8 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca?

Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca has approximately 549.2 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 29 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca?

The key ingredients for Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca are Spaghetti, Plum Tomatoes, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Basil Leaves, Onion, Fresh Italian Parsley. See the full list with measurements above.

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