Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsTapas 177Vegan Pasta Puttanesca Recipe

Vegan Pasta Puttanesca Recipe

Inspired by Tapas 177
Time30m
Serves4

Castelvetrano olives, capers, Calabrian chili, tomato, chitarra pasta, toasted herb panko topping

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Sauce

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chitarra pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the diced tomatoes, Castelvetrano olives, capers, and Calabrian chili to the skillet. Stir well, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve the desired consistency.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve hot, garnished with toasted herb panko topping if desired.

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