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Authentic Sicilian Spaghetti with Tuna and Capers: Easy, Flavorful Recipe

We've recently shared our beloved Sicilian spaghetti with zucchini and ricotta. Now, discover another island classic: spaghetti with tuna and capers. This dish delivers bold Mediterranean flavors with minimal effort—perfect for home cooks seeking authentic taste.

Ingredients (serves 4-6)

  • 500g fresh tuna
  • 100g capers, rinsed
  • 1 glass white wine
  • 3 glasses water
  • Olive oil, for frying
  • 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 100g tomato purée
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • Spaghetti (for 4-6 servings)
  • Toasted bread cubes, for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cube the tuna. In a large pan, heat olive oil and sauté the cubes with garlic and mint until cooked to your liking. Remove and set aside.

In the same pan, fry half the chopped onion until softened. Stir in tomato purée, reserved tuna, capers, white wine, and water. Season with cinnamon and pepper. Simmer gently for 45 minutes to develop rich flavors.

Meanwhile, cook spaghetti al dente in salted boiling water. Drain and toss directly into the sauce. Serve hot with toasted bread cubes for crunch.