Description
A flavorful Mediterranean-inspired fish dish simmered in a rich puttanesca sauce with garlic, olives, and capers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup olives, pitted and sliced
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until they soften.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, olives, capers, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Season with salt and pepper; let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Place the fish fillets into the sauce, cooking until they are fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes depending on thickness.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Feel free to swap out the fish with your favorite variety or use canned fish for a budget-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: fish puttanesca, Mediterranean dinner, quick recipes