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FISH PUTTANESCA

This Fish Puttanesca is a flavorful and vibrant dish featuring flaky white fish cooked in a tangy, briny puttanesca sauce. It's a quick and easy meal perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound white fish fillets (cod, haddock, snapper, or similar), cut into 4 portions
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • ¼ cup capers, drained
  • 2 tablespoons anchovy fillets, finely chopped (optional, but adds authentic flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Optional: Cooked pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or similar)

Instructions

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  1. Prepare the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  2. Add remaining sauce ingredients: Add the crushed tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies (if using), oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  3. Cook the fish: Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper. Add the fish to the skillet with the puttanesca sauce. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fillets.
  4. Add parsley: Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.
  5. Serve: Serve the fish puttanesca immediately. You can serve it over cooked pasta, if desired, or with crusty bread for dipping into the sauce.

Notes

  • Fish: Choose a white fish that is flaky and holds its shape well during cooking.
  • Anchovies: Anchovies are a traditional ingredient in puttanesca sauce and add a savory, umami flavor. If you don't like anchovies, you can omit them, but the flavor will be slightly different.
  • Olives: Kalamata olives are preferred for their rich flavor, but you can use other types of olives if you prefer.
  • Capers: Capers add a briny, salty flavor to the sauce.
  • Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your liking.
  • Pasta: If serving with pasta, cook the pasta according to package directions while the sauce is simmering.

Nutrition Information

Calories 350kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 15g (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350

% Daily Value*

Calories 350kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 15g 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.