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Fish Puttanesca

Fish Puttanesca: A Quick, Flavorful Italian Delight

A delightful Fish Puttanesca, featuring bold flavors and healthy ingredients for a quick dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Substitute with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 3 cloves garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 2 fillets anchovy fillets Can use 3 teaspoons of anchovy paste instead.
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio recommended.
  • 28 ounces canned whole tomatoes San Marzano preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Fresh oregano could be used.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted.
  • 0.5 cup black or Castelvetrano olives Substitute with green olives if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons capers Optional.
For the Fish
  • 4 fillets white fish (Cod, Halibut, or Tilapia) Fresh fish preferred.
  • to taste sea salt Adjust based on fish selection.
For Garnishing
  • to taste fresh basil or flat leaf parsley Can be omitted.
  • to taste red pepper flakes Optional for heat.

Equipment

  • large ovenproof skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fish Puttanesca
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large ovenproof skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
  3. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 anchovy fillets into the skillet.
  4. Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine and let it simmer for about 4 minutes.
  5. Add a 28-ounce can of whole tomatoes and 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano and thyme.
  6. Stir in ½ cup of pitted olives and 2 tablespoons of capers, seasoning with sea salt.
  7. While the sauce simmers, season your choice of white fish fillets with salt.
  8. Carefully transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8–10 minutes.
  9. Once baked, serve your Fish Puttanesca topped with herbs and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest fish possible for best results. Adjust the heat by modifying red pepper flakes to taste.

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