Calamares Rellenos En Salsa De Tinta (stuffed Squid In Ink Sauce)

Calamares Rellenos en Salsa de Tinta, or Stuffed Squid in Ink Sauce, is a traditional dish from Aragonese cuisine that showcases the flavors of the sea. This recipe combines tender squid stuffed with a savory filling, served in a rich and flavorful ink sauce.

Calamares Rellenos En Salsa De Tinta (stuffed Squid In Ink Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 4 medium-sized squid
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup fish or seafood stock
  • 2 tbsp squid ink

Instructions

  1. Clean the squid by removing the tentacles and the cartilage inside. Rinse and pat dry.
  2. In a pan, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  3. Add the diced tomato and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  4. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, parsley, and the cooked onion mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Stuff the squid with the breadcrumb mixture and secure the openings with toothpicks.
  6. In a separate pan, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the stuffed squid and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Add the fish or seafood stock and squid ink to the pan. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  8. Once the squid is tender, remove from the pan and set aside.
  9. Simmer the sauce until it thickens, then pour it over the stuffed squid 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
15g

Supplies

Frying pan Saucepan Bowl Tongs

Tools

Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon Toothpicks

Serving suggestions

Serve the Calamares Rellenos en Salsa de Tinta with a side of saffron rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

Be careful when handling the squid ink, as it can stain surfaces and clothing.

Cost

$20