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Puttanesca

Italian · Western Europe Top Pick STOVETOP
8/10

Briny, punchy sauce with olives, capers, anchovies, and tomatoes.

Vegetarian Pasta & Noodle Home Cook Friendly Vegan N Nut-Free E Egg-Free

Why It Works

Umami from anchovies + brine from capers/olives creates an intensely savory profile without meat.

Key Ingredients

spaghetti tomatoes Kalamata olives capers anchovies garlic red pepper flakes

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