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Calamari Ripieni - Italian Stuff Calamari

Calamari Ripieni – Italian Stuffed Calamari


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  • Author: Manuela Mazzocco
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Turn humble squid into a fancy Italian appetizer, blending tender calamari with a savory, herbed bread crumb stuffing, brought together with a splash of white wine.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cleaned calamari (tentacles and tubes)
  • 2 slices white bread, crust removed and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon white wine
  • 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling:
    • Soak the bread cubes in milk until absorbed.
    • Heat half the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté half the minced garlic until fragrant.
    • Add the calamari tentacles, cook for 2 minutes, then deglaze the pan with white wine and half the parsley. Season with salt, simmer for 2 minutes.
    • Off the heat, mix in the soaked bread, bread crumbs, and egg until well combined. Adjust the texture with more bread crumbs if needed.
  2. Stuff and Cook the Calamari:
    • Using a teaspoon or a piping bag, fill each calamari tube three-quarters full and seal with a toothpick.
    • In a skillet, heat the remaining olive oil and garlic. Sauté the stuffed calamari, turning once until golden. Add wine, simmer for 10-15 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Avoid overfilling the calamari to prevent bursting during cooking.
  • Removing the garlic sprout can reduce bitterness and make it more digestible.
  • For a stronger garlic flavor, mince all the garlic.
  • Adjust the filling’s consistency with bread crumbs for the perfect texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian
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