Michaels of Brooklyn Puttanesca Sauce — 32 oz (907g) jar. Ingredients: Tomatoes, Italian Olive Oil, Fresh Garlic, Olives, Capers, Anchovies, Fresh Parsley, Fresh Basil, Red Pepper, Spices. Nothing else. Non-GMO Verified. Certified Gluten Free. Brooklyn Made. 0g added sugars. 60 calories, 460mg sodium, 3g dietary fiber per 1/2 cup (133g) serving. 7 servings per jar. Crafted and jarred at the source in the USA. Est. 1964, Brooklyn, NY. Contains Fish (Anchovies). May contain olive pits.
Real Ingredients. Nothing Else. A Brooklyn Original Since 1964.
- 10 real ingredients — Tomatoes, Italian Olive Oil, Fresh Garlic, Olives, Capers, Anchovies, Fresh Parsley, Fresh Basil, Red Pepper, Spices. That's it.
- Anchovies, Olives & Capers — the classic Puttanesca trio; bold, briny, and deeply savory
- Non-GMO Verified — certified by the Non-GMO Project
- Certified Gluten Free — safe for those with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease
- Brooklyn Made — certified by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
- 0g Added Sugars — no sugar added; 4g naturally occurring sugars from tomatoes only
- Italian Olive Oil — authentic Italian olive oil, not vegetable or canola oil
- Crafted and jarred at the source in the USA — made and packed in Brooklyn, NY
- Est. 1964 — over 60 years of Brooklyn Italian restaurant tradition
- Contains Fish (Anchovies) — not suitable for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone with a fish allergy
How to Use
Heat gently in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Toss with pasta — Puttanesca is traditionally served with spaghetti or penne. Also works as a sauce for grilled fish, a bruschetta topping, or a baked chicken topping. For pasta, add a ladle of starchy pasta water to help the sauce coat evenly. The briny flavors from olives, capers, and anchovies intensify with brief simmering — do not over-reduce. Refrigerate after opening and use within 5–7 days. The sauce contains no preservatives, so proper refrigeration is essential. Store unopened jar in a cool, dry place.
About Michaels of Brooklyn
Michaels of Brooklyn has been a Brooklyn institution since 1964. What started as an Italian restaurant at 2929 Avenue R in Brooklyn, NY has grown into one of the most respected artisan pasta sauce brands in the United States. Every jar is crafted and jarred at the source — made in the USA with the same recipes that have been served in the restaurant for over 60 years. Puttanesca is one of the boldest sauces in the Italian repertoire — a robust, briny, deeply savory tomato sauce built on the classic combination of olives, capers, and anchovies. Michaels of Brooklyn's version stays true to the original: real anchovies, real olives, real capers, fresh garlic, fresh basil, and fresh parsley.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Puttanesca sauce contain fish?
Yes. Michaels of Brooklyn Puttanesca Sauce contains anchovies, which are a fish. This product is not suitable for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone with a fish allergy. The label states: Contains Fish (Anchovies) & may have Pits (from the olives).
How spicy is Puttanesca sauce?
Michaels of Brooklyn Puttanesca has a mild-to-medium heat level from red pepper. The dominant flavors are briny and savory — from the olives, capers, and anchovies — rather than spicy. It is noticeably more complex and bold than Marinara or Fresh Tomato & Basil, but not overwhelmingly hot.
Does this sauce need to be refrigerated?
The unopened jar can be stored at room temperature in a cool, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate immediately and use within 5–7 days. The sauce contains no preservatives, so proper refrigeration after opening is essential.
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