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Sicilian Style Fish Pasta

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A delightful Sicilian pasta dish featuring tender fish, San Marzano tomatoes, and a blend of fresh flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 450 g (1 lb) skinless white fish fillet (cod, haddock, hake, or similar), cut into 2.5 cm (1-inch) pieces
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 garlic cloves, very thinly sliced
  • 1 can (800 g / 28 oz) whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
  • 450 g (1 lb) long pasta such as spaghetti or linguine
  • About 1 cup reserved pasta cooking water
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 cup roasted almonds, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat a generous drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the fish pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan. Cook for a few minutes, turning gently, until opaque and lightly golden. Transfer the fish to a plate using a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. Add the sliced garlic to the remaining oil in the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Add the tomatoes with their juices, crushing them gently with a wooden spoon. Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  4. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Salt generously, then add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
  5. Add the drained pasta directly to the tomato sauce, along with the capers and the cooked fish. Toss gently to combine, adding a little reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  6. Stir in half of the basil and half of the chopped almonds. Mix carefully so the fish stays in chunks.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with extra olive oil, and finish with the remaining basil and almonds. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water or olive oil.

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