Pasta with Tuna

Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for Pasta with Tuna:

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti, penne or other type of your choice): 400 g
• Canned tuna (preferably in olive oil): 2 cans (about 160-200 g total)
• Garlic: 2 cloves
• Extra virgin olive oil: 4 tablespoons
• Peeled tomatoes: 400 g (or tomato passata)
• Capers (optional): 1 tablespoon
• Black olives (optional): a handful, pitted and chopped
• Red chili pepper (optional): to taste
• Fresh chopped parsley: for garnish
• Salt and pepper: to taste.

Preparation

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil and add the chopped garlic cloves (and the chili pepper, if using). Sauté over medium heat until the garlic turns golden.

2. Add the Tuna: Drain the tuna from the oil and add it to the pan. Break it up with a wooden spoon and let it cook for a couple of minutes.

3. Add Tomatoes and Aromatics: Add the peeled tomatoes (or passata) to the pan. Add the capers and olives, if using. Let it cook over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper.

4. Cooking the Pasta: Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente.

5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Drain the pasta and add it to the tuna sauce. Mix well to coat the pasta.

6. Serve: Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Tips

• Quality Tuna: Choose good quality tuna in olive oil for a richer flavor.
• Variations: You can add a splash of white wine to the sauce for a more aromatic touch.
• Chili Pepper: Add a chopped chili pepper if you like a slightly spicy flavor.
• Al Dente Cooking: Cook the pasta al dente to maintain a good texture.

Pasta with Tuna is a quick and flavorful dish, ideal for a light but satisfying lunch or dinner. Enjoy your meal!