Try this vegan spaghetti alla puttanesca recipe at home
Spaghetti alla puttanesca, a classic from Naples, is renowned for its bold flavors. This vegan version retains the essence of the traditional dish, making it perfect for a plant-based diet. Celebrated for its aromatic and robust taste, this Italian staple can now be enjoyed without compromise. Let's start cooking and bring a taste of Italy to your table.
Gather the following ingredients
For this vegan dish, assemble 400 grams of spaghetti, two tablespoons olive oil, four minced garlic cloves, one teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust for taste), a 400-gram can of diced tomatoes, two tablespoons capers (rinsed), half a cup of sliced black olives, two tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and salt to taste. These ingredients create a flavorful sauce that thoroughly coats the pasta.
Preparing the pasta
Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the spaghetti, cooking it according to the package's instructions until al dente. It's crucial not to overcook as the pasta will cook further when tossed with the sauce. Once done, drain the pasta but keep one cup of the cooking water to later adjust the consistency of your puttanesca sauce if needed.
Crafting the sauce
While your pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chili flakes; saute for about one minute or until fragrant but not browned. Stir in diced tomatoes with their juice, capers, and black olives. Allow this mixture to simmer gently for about 10 minutes so that flavors meld together beautifully.
Combining pasta and sauce
After the sauce has simmered and thickened, introduce the drained spaghetti into the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together over low heat, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated with the flavorful puttanesca. Should the sauce be overly thick or stick too much to the pasta, incrementally add some reserved pasta water until you achieve a consistency that's just right.
Final touches
Stir in the fresh parsley to infuse color and a touch of freshness into the hearty vegan spaghetti alla puttanesca. Mix well to distribute the parsley evenly. Before serving, taste and adjust the salt to suit your palate. Present the dish hot, either straight from the skillet or dished into individual servings, ready to delight in its robust flavors.
