Pilchard puttanesca

A quick and flavorful Italian pasta dish featuring pilchards, black olives, and a touch of chili for a spicy kick.

  • Prep10 min
  • Cook15 min
  • Servings4
  • DifficultyEasy
Pilchard puttanesca

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta following pack instructions.

  2. Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan and cook the onion, garlic and chilli for 3-4 mins to soften.

  3. Stir in the tomato purée and cook for 1 min, then add the pilchards with their sauce.

  4. Cook, breaking up the fish with a wooden spoon, then add the olives and continue to cook for a few more mins.

  5. Drain the pasta and add to the pan with 2-3 tbsp of the cooking water.

  6. Toss everything together well, then divide between plates and serve, scattered with Parmesan.

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