Fish Puttanesca
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
321 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Fish Puttanesca
Description
This recipe features halibut or another firm white fish cut into chunks, salted and dusted with all-purpose or chickpea flour before searing in olive oil until browned on multiple sides. After browning, the fish is set aside while minced onion (or shallot) and sliced garlic are sautéed briefly.
The fish is then returned to the pan along with diced tomatoes, sliced olives, capers, red pepper flakes, and a mixture of fresh basil, parsley, and tarragon. Tossing and cooking together briefly melds the flavors, creating a sauce that complements the fish's delicate texture with savory, briny, and aromatic elements.
Fish Puttanesca pairs well with crusty bread, polenta, or rice to balance the robust sauce. The choice of firm fish ensures the pieces hold shape during cooking but remain tender inside.
The recipe notes recommend alternatives like walleye, snapper, or seabass and suggest choosing small capers packed in salt for better flavor. Chickpea flour adds a flavorful crust if used for dusting.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds halibut cut into chunks, or other firm fish
- salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour for dusting, or chickpea flour
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 onion minced, or shallot, small
- 2 cups tomato fresh or canned, diced
- 2 cloves garlic sliced thin
- 12-20 olives sliced
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup basil chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley
- 1/4 cup tarragon
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Salt the fish well and dust with the flour.
- Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. When it's hot, brown the fish pieces in batches. Sear several sides of the chunks so they're nicely browned. Set the fish aside as it browns.
- When all the fish is done, add the shallot and cook for 1 minute. Add the garlic and cook another 30 seconds.
- Return the fish to the pan and add all the remaining ingredients. Toss to combine, and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes. Serve with crusty bread, polenta or rice.
Notes
- Firm fish varieties like halibut, snapper, or seabass work well in this recipe.
- Use small capers packed in salt for a more pronounced flavor.
- Chickpea flour can be used for dusting to add flavor and a nice brown crust.
- Prepare all ingredients in advance, as the cooking steps proceed quickly once started.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 321 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 321kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 590mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 986mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 455IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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