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Ultimate Savory Fish Puttanesca

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A delicious and easy fish puttanesca featuring bold flavors of garlic, tomatoes, olives, and capers, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

  • Fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
  • Olive oil
  • Minced garlic
  • Canned tomatoes (crushed or diced)
  • Pitted and sliced kalamata olives
  • Capers
  • Red pepper flakes (for a kick, if desired)
  • Salt and pepper
  • Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the canned tomatoes, olives, capers, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Simmer the sauce for about 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
  5. Add the fish fillets to the sauce, cover, and cook for approximately 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For an elevated flavor, consider searing the fish before adding it to the sauce.