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A most hearty and delicious dish made by my grandmother. This recipe is made up of tuna, pasta, seasonings, parsley, Onion, black olives, bell peppers, garlic and capers. This is a very delicious recipe which is very easy and uses less ingredients. It accidentally came into existence. When chefs used to make recipes from leftovers in their kitchens, this recipe became popular. The original version uses anchovies and very strong spices, but this recipe does not. It is considered very tasty despite its simplicity. It started in the twentieth century in Italy. We should use the best pasta to make it delicious.
CONTENT OF RECIPE
| Ingredients/ingredienti | 12 oz Penne Pasta 2 Colorful Bell Peppers 7 oz Drained Canned Tuna ½ Sup Sliced Black Olives 1 Chopped Small Onion 2 Minced Cloves Garlic ¼ Cup Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon Capers Salt and Pepper Chopped Fresh Parsley |
| Cooking Time/ Tempo di Cottura | 35 Minutes |
| Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di Cottura | 350o F~176o C |
| Utensils/Utensili | Pot Skillet Fork Serving Plate |
| Cooking Method/Metodo di Cottura | Stove |
SPECIALITY OF PUTTANESCA MELODY
This dish is very special because it is very tasty, flavorful and delicious. It can be quickly prepared. When you are trying to make something very delicious, hearty but quick then this dish is just for you. This dish is also perfect for any dinners and parties.
METHOD
Step 1: First of all, we make some preparations, wash the bell pepper well, then remove its seeds and cut it. Step 2: You need to drain the tuna from the can and separate its fibers with the help of a fork. Step 3: Also cut the olives into rounds. Step 4: We will cook the pasta separately. For this, take a pot and add water and salt in it. When it starts to boil, cook the pasta according to the instructions. Step 5: Now we start cooking things. Take a pan. Add olive oil to it. Step 6: When the olive oil is hot, add garlic paste to it and add onions, and cook it. Step 7: When they turn golden brown, stop cooking. Step 8: Now add chopped peppers in it and cook it till it becomes soft. Step 9: Then later use olives and capers in it and mix them well. Step 10: After that, add the drained tuna and cook well for two to three minutes until everything is mixed well. Step 11: Now the pasta is boiled in the pot, take out the pasta and put it directly in the pan. Step 12: Mix the pasta well with the sauce in the pan and cook for two to three minutes. Step 13: After that sprinkle the seasoning on the pasta i.e. add salt and pepper etc. Step 14: Now your delicious and hot pasta is ready. Take it out on a plate and enjoy.
TIPS
Here are some tips for my lovely readers, if you guys like spiciness then you can add some chili flakes over the top. It will taste great and spicy. If we want to make your dish perfect then you have to choose pasta and tuna of good quality. For extra flavor try to cook pasta in sauce. Boil it undercooked then cook it completely in sauce. It will give a delicious and rich taste.
Use garlic bread, salad and soft cookies with this dish while serving. It will be a great serving!
NUTRITIONAL FACT
| Nutrients | Amount |
| Calories | 460 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbohydrates | 54 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Sodium | 500 mg |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does puttanesca mean in Italian?
It actually means a whore and prostitute. "Woman who engages in sex acts in exchange for pay."
Why is the dish called puttanesca?
This dish is known as puttanesca because it is usually invented at whore place. This dish means Whore and prostitute.
What is pasta puttanesca made of?
This recipe is made up of tuna, pasta, seasonings, parsley, Onion, black olives, bell peppers, garlic and capers.
What is the taste of puttanesca sauce?
It has a salty, hearty and tangy taste. Worth to eat it!
Why is puttanesca so good?
This pasta is so good because it has tuna, pasta, seasonings, parsley, Onion, black olives, bell peppers, garlic and capers. A perfect blend of taste!