Southern Italian Sardine & Anchovy Pasta ๐๐
People hear sardines and anchovies and immediately panic ๐
But this is the kind of old-school Southern Italian cooking thatโs packed with flavor, healthy fats, protein, and simple ingredients that have been around forever.
Honestlyโฆ this was one of the most satisfying pasta dishes Iโve had in a long time.
Simple food
Real ingredients
No gimmicks
RECIPE ๐
Ingredients
400g spaghetti or linguine
1 tin sardines in olive oil
4โ5 anchovy fillets
4 cloves garlic, sliced
1 small shallot, diced
1/2 cup black olives
2 tbsp capers
1/2 tsp chili flakes
Extra virgin olive oil
Fresh parsley or basil
Salt & pepper
Fresh lemon zest (optional)
Toasted breadcrumbs or Pecorino (optional)
Instructions
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente.
In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil, garlic, and shallots. Cook until softened.
Add anchovies and let them melt into the oil.
Add chili flakes, olives, capers, and sardines. Gently break apart the sardines.
Toss in pasta with a little pasta water until glossy and coated.
Finish with parsley, black pepper, lemon zest, and extra virgin olive oil.
Optional: top with toasted breadcrumbs or Pecorino cheese.
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