Pasta with tapenade and mackerel
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 984
- Carbohydrates g 67.6
- of which sugars g 3.3
- Protein g 26.2
- Fats g 66.9
- of which saturated fat g 10.56
- Fiber g 3.8
- Cholesterol mg 89
- Sodium mg 358
- Difficulty: Average
- Prep time: 25 min
- Cook time: 15 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Pasta with tapenade and mackerel brings the flavors of Provence right to your table. It's inspired by the sunny landscapes, old olive trees, and fields of lavender. And look, this mackerel pasta recipe offers something different from your usual seafood pasta. The tapenade sauce—such a big deal in southern France—mixes black olives, capers, and anchovies to create a tangy and rich spread. Usually, folks in Provence serve tapenade on toasted bread, but honestly, it works surprisingly well tossed with spaghetti and tender pieces of fish.
The tapenade pasta dish stands out because it mixes that salty, briny taste from the olives and capers with the moist and hearty flavor of mackerel. Using gluten-free spaghetti lets everyone enjoy it without missing out, which is great for friends or family who need it.
Here's the thing—this Mediterranean recipe shows off local ingredients in such a simple but tasty way. The mackerel brings loads of protein and healthy fats, making this a healthy fish pasta that's filling without being heavy. You get those classic Provençal flavors—salty, a bit earthy, and so so satisfying. Some people even swap in smoked mackerel for a twist, which gives the dish a deeper, smoky note that pairs perfectly with the bold tapenade.
Whether you're into Mediterranean pasta with mackerel or just want something different from the usual tomato sauces, this recipe is easy to make. Plus, it brings a little French countryside to your meal. It's fun to see how the gluten-free pasta holds up, staying tender and soaking up the flavors.
This easy seafood pasta works for busy nights or a relaxed weekend lunch, and with so much taste in every bite, it feels both special and familiar. Provence, you know, has a way of making even a simple bowl of pasta feel like a treat. And this dish really shows that off beautifully. Enjoy a taste of Provence anytime with this colorful and flavorful pasta creation. Really good stuff.
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INGREDIENTS
- Gluten-free Spaghetti pasta 11.3 oz (320 g)
- Mackerel 12.3 oz (350 g) - (the fillets already cleaned)
- Garlic 1 clove
- Fresh chili pepper 1
- White wine 1.4 oz (40 g)
- Parsley to taste
- for the tapenade
- Black olives 2 cups (250 g)
- Anchovies in oil 0.7 oz (20 g)
- Capers in vinegar 3 ½ tbsp (50 g)
- Extra virgin olive oil ¾ cup (180 g)
How to prepare Pasta with tapenade and mackerel
For the preparation of the pasta with tapenade and mackerel, start by preparing the Tapenade. Pit the olives 1 and finely chop them with a knife 2. Then drain the anchovies from the preservation oil and chop them as well 3.
Finally, rinse the capers gently under running water, then pat them dry with a paper towel and finely chop them 4. The ingredients for the tapenade are ready: pour the olives, capers 5, anchovies into a bowl, and add the oil 6.
Mix the ingredients well 7 until you get a homogeneous mixture. At this point, your tapenade will be ready; set it aside and focus on preparing the mackerel. Take the fish fillets and cut them into pieces about 1.5 cm 8. Pour a drizzle of oil into a non-stick pan and brown a garlic clove 9.
When golden, remove it 10 and add the mackerel pieces 11, season with salt 12 and pepper.
Then add the washed and finely chopped parsley 13. Deglaze with the white wine 14 and let it cook for about 1 minute over high heat. The mackerel is now ready: set it aside. In the meantime, boil the pasta in plenty of salted water 15.
At this point, take a chili pepper, remove the seeds, and cut it into strips. Pour a drizzle of oil into another pan and add the chili pepper 16. When the pasta is al dente, drain it directly into the pan with the chili pepper 17 and add the tapenade 18.
Mix the ingredients well 19. Then also pour in the mackerel 20 and plate your pasta with tapenade and mackerel 21!