Authentic Pasta al Tonno Recipe – Pasta with Tuna in Oil, Olives, and Capers

Transport yourself to Italy with every bite of this delectable Pasta al Tonno recipe!

As a university student in Pisa, it quickly became my go-to meal whenever I needed something simple yet satisfying. Now, I love to share it with my family as a weekday dinner or when I’m short on time.

With the perfect combination of olives, capers, tomatoes, and tuna in oil, it’s no wonder my kids always ask for more. (Marinella)

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RECIPE:

Pasta al tonno

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INGREDIENTS

• 320 g (11oz) spaghetti ,or penne, or rigatoni pasta
• 2 cans of tuna in oil, drained
• 1/2 cup pitted black olives, chopped
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
• 1 clove garlic
• 4 tbsp EVO oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• parsley, chopped, optional

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METHOD

• Fill a big pot with water and bring to a boil.
• In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
• Add the chopped tomatoes, olives, and capers to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the mixture becomes saucy.
• Add the drained tuna to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tuna is heated through.
• When the water is boiling add salt (about 20g, or 3.5 tsp, for 3 lt of water). Cook the pasta in the boiling water according to the package instructions, until al dente. Keep some cooking water aside.
• Drain pasta and add it to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is coated in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick add a bit of cooking water and toss well.
• Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste and/or parsley.