Mauritanian Stuffed Squid With Fragrant Rice

Mauritanian Stuffed Squid with Fragrant Rice is a traditional dish from Mauritania that is bursting with flavors and fragrances. The combination of tender squid stuffed with a savory filling and aromatic rice makes this dish a delightful culinary experience.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Mauritanian Mauritanian Cuisine Squid Recipe Stuffed Squid Fragrant Rice
Mauritanian Stuffed Squid With Fragrant Rice

Ingredients

  • 4 medium-sized squid, cleaned and tentacles reserved
  • 1 cup fragrant rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing the stuffing for the squid. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
  2. Add the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and chopped parsley to the pan. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes break down and the mixture becomes fragrant. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Stuff the squid with the prepared filling and secure the openings with toothpicks.
  4. In a separate pot, heat the remaining olive oil and add the fragrant rice. Stir to coat the rice with the oil and then add 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. While the rice is cooking, heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill the stuffed squid and reserved tentacles for 3-4 minutes on each side until the squid is cooked through and has a nice charred exterior.
  6. Serve the grilled stuffed squid alongside the fragrant rice, garnished with lemon wedges.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Grill pan or skillet Cooking pot Knife Cutting board Wooden toothpicks

Tools

Grill Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mauritanian Stuffed Squid with Fragrant Rice with a side of mixed green salad and a refreshing mint yogurt sauce.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper in the squid stuffing.

Cost

$20