Best 3 Nduja Stuffed Squid Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of nduja-stuffed squid recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delightful dishes blend the spicy kick of nduja, a spreadable salami from Calabria, Italy, with the tender texture of squid, resulting in an explosion of taste. From the classic stuffed squid with a savory filling to innovative takes featuring grilled or fried variations, our recipes offer a range of options to suit every palate. Prepare to dive into a world of culinary delight with our nduja-stuffed squid extravaganza.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

STUFFED SQUID



Stuffed Squid image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 47m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup/250 ml bread crumbs
2 ounces/75 g spicy salami, cubed
2 ounces/75 g smoky scamorza cheese, cubed
1 cup/250 ml freshly grated Parmigiano cheese
1 whole egg
Large bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, leaves picked and chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup/50 ml extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups/750 ml white wine
6 medium squid, cleaned
2 cloves garlic
1 chile pepper, thinly sliced
1 pound/500 g cooked linguine, optional

Steps:

  • For the stuffing: Add the bread crumbs, salami, scamorza cheese, Parmigiano cheese, an egg, 1/2 the parsley, salt, and black pepper to a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and 1/2 cup white wine. With your hands, thoroughly mix all the ingredients.
  • Gently stuff each squid with the mixture. Seal the opening with a toothpick. Continue until all the mixture is consumed.
  • In a large frying pan, heat the extra-virgin olive oil and add the garlic and the remaining parsley. Cook for about 1 minute on medium-high heat. Add the stuffed squid and cook until the meat starts changing color and becomes slightly golden. Add the wine, salt, and chile pepper. Lower the heat, cover the pan and allow the wine to reduce and thicken up. Allow to cook for 10 minutes.
  • Serve the squid with the sauce over a bed of linguine, if desired.

SQUID STUFFED SQUID



Squid Stuffed Squid image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 clove garlic, finely minced
8 to 10 whole squid (about 3 to 5 inches each)
2 ounces raw shrimp
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs
2 tablespoons finely chopped tomato
2 teaspoon lemon zest
2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups prepared tomato or spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onions and salt and sweat until the onions turn translucent, about 1 to 2 minutes. Do not brown. Add the garlic and continue to cook for another minute. Transfer the mixture to a medium mixing bowl and set aside to cool.
  • Clean the squid thoroughly and remove the heads from the tentacles and discard the heads. Turn the tubes inside out (since the outside skin tends to curl outward, it'll hold the stuffing better inside out), put into a bowl and set in the refrigerator until ready to use. Place the tentacles and the shrimp into the bowl of a food processor and pulse 6 to 8 times or until there are no large pieces visible. Do not process until smooth. Transfer to the mixing bowl along with the onions and garlic. Add the bread crumbs, tomato, lemon zest, ginger, parsley and pepper. Stir to combine well.
  • Place the mixture into a resealable freezer bag and snip 1 corner. You may use a pastry bag with a tip just small enough to fit into the end of the tubes. Pipe the stuffing into the tubes, dividing the mixture evenly between them. Do not over-stuff.
  • Place the tubes into an 8 by 11-inch glass baking dish and cover with the tomato sauce. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Serve immediately.

SQUID, PRAWN & CHICKPEA NDUJA STEW



Squid, prawn & chickpea nduja stew image

Adapt this flavourful stew based on the seafood you have. British squid is cheap, sustainable and underused, while Nduja is a spicy, spreadable salami

Provided by Tom Kerridge

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 fennel, finely chopped, fronds reserved
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1 tbsp nduja or 1 cooking chorizo, skin removed, crumbled
400g can chopped tomatoes
100ml red wine
250ml chicken stock
400g can chickpeas, drained
200g prepared squid
200g king prawns (peeled weight)
small handful of flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1 lemon, zested

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, flameproof shallow casserole dish over a medium heat, and cook the onion, fennel and garlic for 12 mins, stirring occasionally until soft and just turning golden. Stir in the nduja or chorizo and sizzle for 2 mins until the oils are released and the veg starts to take on the red colour.
  • Tip in the tomatoes, then rinse the can out with the wine and pour it in, along with the stock. Stir in the chickpeas. Season and bring to a simmer, then cook for 20 mins until the sauce is rich. Season to taste.
  • Stir in the squid and prawns so they're completely mixed into the sauce, then simmer for about 5 mins more until the squid and prawns are cooked through. Scatter with the parsley, lemon zest and reserved fennel fronds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right squid: Look for medium-sized squid with firm, white flesh. Avoid any squid that is slimy or has a strong odor.
  • Clean the squid properly: Remove the head, tentacles, and ink sac from the squid. Be sure to remove all of the cartilage from the body of the squid.
  • Cook the squid gently: Squid is a delicate seafood, so it is important to cook it gently. Overcooking will make the squid tough and chewy.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your dish will taste. If possible, use fresh herbs, vegetables, and seafood.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to cook stuffed squid. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find a combination that you enjoy.

Conclusion:

Stuffed squid is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a unique and flavorful seafood dish, give stuffed squid a try. You won't be disappointed!

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