Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLuna Blu Ristorante ItalianoSpaghetti Puttanesca Recipe

Spaghetti Puttanesca Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Spaghetti pasta sautéed with anchovies, capers and Kalamata olives in a marinara sauce

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Cooking the Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook Spaghetti

    Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Making the Sauce

  1. 3

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Add Anchovies

    Add the anchovy fillets to the skillet and cook, stirring, until they dissolve into the oil.

  3. 5

    Sauté Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes

    Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

  4. 6

    Add Tomatoes

    Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and stir well. Allow the sauce to simmer for 10 minutes.

  5. 7

    Incorporate Olives and Capers

    Stir in the chopped Kalamata olives and capers. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

  6. 8

    Season the Sauce

    Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Combining

  1. 9

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to combine, ensuring the pasta is fully coated.

  2. 10

    Garnish

    Serve the pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

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