Calamari Mahshi (algerian Stuffed Squid With Rice And Herbs)
Calamari Mahshi is a traditional Algerian dish featuring tender squid stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice and herbs. This dish is a delightful combination of seafood and aromatic spices, making it a popular choice for special occasions and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized squid, cleaned and tentacles reserved
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the rice, onion, tomatoes, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Stuff the squid tubes with the rice mixture, leaving some room for the rice to expand during cooking. Secure the openings with toothpicks.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the stuffed squid and tentacles, and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly browned.
- Pour in 1 cup of water, cover the skillet, and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the squid is tender and the rice is cooked.
- Remove the toothpicks and discard before serving. Serve the Calamari Mahshi with lemon wedges.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Toothpicks
Serving suggestions
Serve the Calamari Mahshi with a side of couscous and a fresh salad for a complete Algerian meal.
Tips & tricks
To ensure the squid cooks evenly, make sure to choose squid of similar size for this recipe.
Cost
$15