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Pasta Puttanesca

25 min4 serv.20 февр. 2026 г.

Description

The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Pasta Puttanesca is a spicy Italian dish invented in the mid-20th century. There are several variations of the dish, but the spicy sauce made with anchovies, chili pepper, or garlic remains constant. Penne, Bucatini, or Linguine pasta can be used. The finished dish is ready to serve.

Instructions

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    Step 1

    1. In a saucepan with boiling salted water, cook the pasta until done. Slice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes. Mash the garlic, anchovies, and olives together using a mortar and pestle, or simply finely chop them together. Set aside.

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    Step 2

    2. Crumble the Parmesan cheese with a fork.

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    Step 3

    3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and cook until it becomes slightly caramelized.

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    Step 4

    4. Add the tomatoes cut in half and fry for a couple of minutes.

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    Step 5

    5. Pour in the chicken broth or white wine and cook for another 2 minutes.

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    Step 6

    6. Then add the anchovy mixture. Stir and cook for a few minutes until the sauce reduces in volume. Add salt and pepper to taste.

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    Step 7

    7. Drain the pasta and place it in a pot. Add Parmesan cheese and mix with the prepared sauce. Tear the basil leaves and sprinkle on top. Serve immediately.