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Pasta with Anchovies & Capers

Cultural Context

Pasta with Anchovies and Capers is a traditional dish from Southern Italy, particularly popular in coastal regions where anchovies are abundant. This dish reflects the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on simple, high-quality ingredients that deliver bold flavors. It's often enjoyed as a quick weeknight meal, showcasing how pantry staples can create a satisfying and delicious dinner. Today, variations exist worldwide, with many incorporating local ingredients while maintaining the essence of the original recipe.

ItalianITmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 oz anchovies
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup parsley
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
8 oz linguini
1 teaspoon salt
for garnish grated cheese

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

anchovies

🥗Healthier: smoked salmon

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned sardines offer a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

capers

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: pickles

Green olives provide a similar briny flavor.

1

Sauté anchovies, capers, hot pepper, parsley, garlic, and oil in a pan for a couple of minutes until done.

2

Shut off the heat when the garlic is just right and the anchovies have disintegrated.

3

Boil water in a separate pot and add salt.

4

Add linguini to the boiling water and cook until al dente.

5

Serve the pasta with the sautéed mixture on top.

6

Grate cheese on top of the dish.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

panpot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

fishgluten

Also Known As

Pasta con Acciughe e CapperiPasta with Anchovies and Capers
Local Name: Pasta con Acciughe e Capperi

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