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Fish Puttanesca

Savory Fish Puttanesca: Quick Dinner from Pantry Staples

Fish Puttanesca is an easy, flavorful dish that combines tender fish with a zesty sauce made from simple pantry ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, use fresh for best flavor
  • 3 fillets Anchovy Fillets can replace with 1.5 tsp anchovy paste
  • 0.5 cup Dry White Wine use chicken broth or omit if unavailable
  • 28 ounces Canned Whole Tomatoes ideally San Marzano or substitute crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano fresh oregano can be used, increase to 1.5 tsp
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme can use fresh thyme at a 1:3 ratio
  • 0.5 cup Black or Castelvetrano Olives any pitted olives can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Capers omit if not preferred
For the Fish
  • 1.5 pounds White Fish (cod, halibut, tilapia) choose any fresh white fish
  • to taste Sea Salt to enhance flavors
For Garnishing (Optional)
  • to taste Chopped Fresh Basil or Flat Leaf Parsley used as garnish for freshness
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes adjust to desired heat level

Equipment

  • large ovenproof skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Stirring Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fish Puttanesca
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) with a rack positioned in the center.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 3 anchovy fillets; sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine, stirring well. Allow to simmer for 4 minutes until reduced slightly.
  4. Add 28-ounce can of whole tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of dried thyme; stir to combine and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in ½ cup of pitted olives and 2 tablespoons of capers, seasoning with sea salt to taste.
  6. Season 1.5 pounds of white fish with sea salt and nestle gently into the sauce in the skillet.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque.
  8. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil or parsley and red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Fish Puttanesca recipe is quick, easy, and made from pantry ingredients, ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

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