Calamari Ripieni (stuffed Calamari Surprise)

Calamari Ripieni, or Stuffed Calamari Surprise, is a traditional dish from the Ligurian cuisine, known for its fresh and flavorful seafood recipes.

Calamari Ripieni (stuffed Calamari Surprise)

Ingredients

  • 4 large calamari, cleaned and tentacles reserved
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, and olive oil.
  3. Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff the calamari with the breadcrumb mixture and close the openings with toothpicks.
  5. Place the stuffed calamari and reserved tentacles in a baking dish.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and arrange lemon slices on top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the calamari is tender and the filling is golden brown.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

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

Supplies

Baking dish Toothpicks

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Calamari Ripieni with a side of roasted vegetables and a glass of crisp white wine.

Tips & tricks

For a twist, try adding chopped tomatoes to the breadcrumb mixture for a burst of freshness.

Cost

$20