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Cod in Puttanesca Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Southern Italy, Puttanesca sauce was traditionally made by working women and is known for its bold flavors and quick preparation. It celebrates simple ingredients like tomatoes, olives, and capers, which come together to create a robust sauce. Today, variations abound, and it has become a beloved dish in Italian cuisine, often served with various proteins.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs cod fillets
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 cloves garlic
4 anchovy fillets
1 cup black olives (kalamata)
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup white wine
28 oz canned tomatoes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

anchovy fillets

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Capers provide a similar briny flavor without fish.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: water

Chicken broth adds depth without alcohol.

1

Cut the cod fish into three pieces.

2

Put the cod fish back on the dish.

3

Warm up the oil in a pot on the stove.

4

Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté.

5

Add anchovy fillets to the pot and sauté until fragrant.

6

Add capers to the pot.

7

Add kalamata olives to the pot.

8

Add flake hot pepper to the pot and stir everything together.

9

Pour white wine into the pot and let it evaporate.

10

Add the canned tomatoes to the pot and cook for 10 minutes.

11

Season the sauce with half a teaspoon of salt and black pepper, stirring to combine.

12

Cook the sauce for 10 minutes on medium flame.

13

After 10 minutes, add the cod fish pieces to the pot, placing a little sauce on top of each piece.

14

Cover the pot and cook on low for 15 to 20 minutes, without moving the fish too much to prevent breaking.

15

Occasionally remove the cover and spoon some sauce over the cod fish.

16

After 20 minutes, check the cod fish and serve with sauce on top and garnish with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulameasuring spoons

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishwheat

Also Known As

Baccalà alla Puttanesca
Local Name: Merluzzo alla Puttanesca

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