Name: Linguine alla Puttanesca (Harlot Sauce)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 200 g linguine; 1 can chopped tomatoes; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 5 small anchovy fillets in oil, finely chopped; 10 pitted black olives; Small handful capers (marinated if available); Chili flakes or fresh chili, to taste; Handful fresh parsley, chopped; 3 tbsp or more olive oil, plus extra for drizzling; Salt and black pepper, to taste

"Linguine alla Puttanesca, or 'harlot's sauce,' is a fiery Italian classic born from simplicity and bold flavors. Featuring briny olives, capers, anchovies, garlic, chili, and tomatoes, it's a quick pantry-staple pasta that delivers intense Mediterranean punch."

Method 3 Steps

1

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and anchovies, and cook, stirring, until the anchovies melt and the garlic is lightly golden. Add the tomatoes and cook for a few minutes, then stir in the capers, chili, and olives. Season with salt (if needed) and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
2

Meanwhile, cook the linguine in boiling salted water until al dente. Use tongs to transfer the pasta directly to the skillet with the sauce, without draining. Add the chopped parsley, stir to combine thoroughly, drizzle with extra olive oil, toss, and serve.
3

Suggestion: Serve with rocket salad with Parmesan (recipe available on this website).

Linguine alla Puttanesca (Harlot Sauce)

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