GREEK-STYLE STUFFED SQUID
Make sure not to use squid that have bodies over 7 inches long; 5 to 6 inches is ideal.Do not over-stuff them as the filling expands and the bodies shrink as they are cooked, so they would burst open. Use a pan with a tight-fitting lid to prevent the sauce from evaporating. For best flavor, do not use canned diced tomatoes, as they are inferior to the whole ones (less ripe). From "Jane Brody's Good Seafood Book", 1994.
Provided by zeldaz51
Categories Squid
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make sure the squid bodies gave been thoroughly gutted. Rinse them, pat dry, and set aside. Place the chopped tentacles in a dish and set them aside.
- Prepare the stuffing: Briefly heat the olive oil in a medium-sized skillet, add the onion and garlic, and saute the vegetables 1 minute. Add the chopped tentacles and saute 1 minute. Remove the skillet from the heat, add all the remaining stuffing ingredients, EXCEPT the squid bodies, stirring to combine thoroughly.
- Stuff the squid: With your fingers or a very narrow small spoon (like a demitasse spoon), place about 2 1/2 tablespoons of the stuffing into each body, leaving some room in the cavity to allow for shrinkage as the squid cooks. After the stuff has been divided into the squid bodies, secure the opening of each by weaving a toothpick through it horizontally.
- Prepare the braising sauce: Use a skillet or braising pan with a tight fitting lid that is just large enough to hold all the squid in a single layer. Briefly heat the olive oil, add the onion and garlic, and saute for 1-2 minutes, until the onion is just soft. Add the remaining sauce ingredients and bring to a simmer.
- Braise the squid:.
- Add the stuffed squid to the sauce in a single layer. Bring to a simmer, then turn the heat to low, and cover the pan tightly. Gently simmer for 50 minutes to 1 hour (the longer time for larger squid), checking after about 40 minutes to be sure the liquid has not evaporated and adding some wine or water if needed. Serve the squid hot with some of the sauce spooned over them.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.9, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 155.9, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 7.6, Protein 3.9
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nate ellis
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The squid turned out great, and my family loved it.
Curtis Kiddey
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squid. I had some squid that I didn't know what to do with, and this recipe was the perfect solution. The squid was delicious, and I'll definitely be making this recipe again.
TAYYAB Akram
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The squid is always tender and flavorful, and the stuffing is always delicious. I love serving it with a side of lemon wedges and tzatziki sauce.
Daisy Cordero
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The squid is cooked perfectly and the stuffing is flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend it.
Kiti Mwango
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The squid is cooked to perfection, and the stuffing is packed with flavor. I highly recommend it.
Shelly Swann
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I would like squid, but I was pleasantly surprised. The squid was tender and flavorful, and the stuffing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.
Washington Chuene
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squid. I had some squid that I didn't know what to do with, and this recipe was the perfect solution. The squid was delicious, and I'll definitely be making this recipe again.
Anower Hossain
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The squid turned out great, and my family loved it.
Robert Carmello
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squid. I had some squid that I didn't know what to do with, and this recipe was the perfect solution. The squid was delicious, and I'll definitely be making this recipe again.
Md Jyd
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The squid is always tender and flavorful, and the stuffing is always delicious. I love serving it with a side of lemon wedges and tzatziki sauce.
Reuben Galane (King Roux)
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The squid is cooked to perfection, and the stuffing is packed with flavor. I highly recommend it.
BLV9K
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I would like squid, but I was pleasantly surprised. The squid was tender and flavorful, and the stuffing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.
Palesa Sbali
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squid. I had some squid that I didn't know what to do with, and this recipe was the perfect solution. The squid was delicious, and I'll definitely be making this recipe again.
Farjana Faria
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The squid turned out great, and my family loved it.
Elaine Maldonado
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more challenging than I expected, but it was worth it. The squid was perfectly cooked, and the stuffing was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Noor Safiya
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The squid is tender and flavorful, and the stuffing is packed with delicious ingredients. I love serving it with a side of lemon wedges and tzatziki sauce.
Ronald Bukenya
[email protected]This Greek-style stuffed squid recipe is a must-try! The flavors are incredible, and the squid is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend it.