PASTA
SPAGHETTI PUTTANESCA - TOMATO CAPERS ANCHIOVIES OLIVES
Spaghetti Puttanesca is a bold and zesty Italian pasta dish that's as flavorful as it is colorful. Originating from Naples, this dish is known for its aromatic and slightly piquant sauce made with tomatoes, capers, anchovies, and olives. The name "Puttanesca" has a colorful history, with various folklore attributing it to the quick and easy nature of the dish. Each ingredient in Spaghetti Puttanesca brings its own distinct flavor – the saltiness of anchovies, the brininess of capers, the richness of olives, and the sweetness of tomatoes – creating a harmonious and hearty meal. This dish is a celebration of simple ingredients coming together to create something truly magical, perfect for a lively dinner with friends or family.
Recipe and Ingredients for 4 Guests
Ingredients
- Spaghetti: 400 grams
- Canned Tomatoes: 400 grams, crushed
- Anchovy Fillets: 6, finely chopped
- Black Olives: 100 grams, pitted and sliced
- Capers: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic Cloves: 2, minced
- Red Chili Flakes: 1 teaspoon (optional)
- Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Fresh Parsley: Chopped, for garnish
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
preparation
- Cook Spaghetti: Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside some pasta water.
- Make the Sauce: In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic, anchovies, and chili flakes. Add tomatoes, olives, and capers. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Combine: Toss the spaghetti with the sauce, adding pasta water if needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve.
food cost
Estimated Costs
- Spaghetti: 400 grams. Approximate cost: ¥15 per 500 grams. Total: ¥12.
- Canned Tomatoes: 400 grams. Approximate cost: ¥10.
- Anchovy Fillets, Black Olives, Capers, Garlic, Chili Flakes, Olive Oil, Parsley: Approximate total cost: ¥25.
Total Cost for 4 Servings
- Ingredients: ¥47
Total Ingredient Cost: ¥47
Cost Per Serving
Cost Per Serving = ¥47 / 4 ≈ ¥11.75 per serving