Budva Stuffed Squid With Fennel And Tomato Sauce

Budva Stuffed Squid with Fennel and Tomato Sauce is a traditional Montenegrin dish that features tender squid stuffed with a flavorful mixture of fennel and herbs, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This dish is a delightful combination of seafood and Mediterranean flavors.

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Budva Stuffed Squid With Fennel And Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

  • 4 medium-sized squid, cleaned
  • 1 fennel bulb, finely chopped
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped fennel, onion, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the white wine and crushed tomatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Meanwhile, prepare the squid by stuffing them with the fennel mixture and securing the openings with toothpicks.
  4. Heat the remaining olive oil in a separate pan over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed squid for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  5. Transfer the seared squid to the pan with the tomato sauce. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the squid is tender.
  6. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Knife Cutting board Pan Tongs

Tools

Toothpicks

Serving suggestions

Serve the Budva Stuffed Squid with Fennel and Tomato Sauce with crusty bread or over a bed of cooked rice.

Tips & tricks

For a more intense flavor, you can add a pinch of saffron to the tomato sauce.

Cost

$20