ROASTED CALAMARI WITH GARLIC, NEW POTATOES, AND CHICKPEAS

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Calamari lend sophistication to robust ingredients like new potatoes and garlic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 pounds new potatoes (about 11), halved if large
Coarse salt
1 3/4 pounds calamari (bodies and tentacles), rinsed and dried
1 cup canned drained chickpeas, rinsed
1/2 cup pitted green olives
1/4 cup fresh oregano, coarsely chopped, plus more for garnish
8 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted or ground, or 1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
Freshly ground pepper
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling (optional)
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
8 ounces day-old rustic bread, crust removed, bread torn into 2-inch pieces
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Put potatoes into a saucepan, and cover with water by about 1 inch. Bring to a boil, and add 1 teaspoon salt. Cook potatoes until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, and let cool.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Using a kitchen mallet, pound both sides of calamari bodies a few times to tenderize, then cut in half crosswise, or into thirds if large. (Leave tentacles whole, or halve if large.)
  • Toss together calamari, chickpeas, potatoes, olives, half the oregano, the garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and 3 tablespoons oil in a shallow 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Add water and lemon juice. Cover with parchment and then foil, and cut about six vents. Bake 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss bread, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a pinch of pepper, and remaining oregano and 3 tablespoons oil.
  • Uncover baking dish, and sprinkle with bread mixture. Cook, uncovered, until bread is golden brown, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with oil if desired, and serve with lemon wedges.

balazs g
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


mrs brooks l
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This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to be a hit.


Nataraja Kola
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I love how this recipe is so versatile. You can easily customize it to your liking by adding different vegetables, herbs, or spices.


Najeeb Malik
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This recipe is a great way to save money on groceries. Calamari can be expensive, but this recipe uses relatively inexpensive ingredients to create a delicious and satisfying dish.


Khanamjad KhanAmjadkhan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover calamari. I had some leftover from a previous meal and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Zoha Meer
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky eater ate seconds! It's a great recipe for a busy weeknight meal.


Arian Rudd
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. My kids loved the calamari and potatoes, and they even ate some of the chickpeas!


Samkelisiwe Dlamini
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I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. It's a great reminder that you don't need a lot of fancy ingredients to make a delicious meal.


Mudassar Mughal
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This recipe is a great way to try something new. I'd never had calamari before, but I'm so glad I tried it this way. It was delicious!


Lily Par
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I'm not usually a fan of calamari, but this recipe changed my mind. The calamari was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Alicia Bouthillier
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be served warm or cold. Plus, it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tessy world Page
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great weeknight meal because it's quick and easy to make. Plus, it's healthy and delicious!


Kobir Islam
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I love how customizable this recipe is. I added some chopped red bell pepper and zucchini to the roasting pan and it turned out great. You could also add different herbs or spices to suit your taste.


Muhumuza Aggrey
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover potatoes and chickpeas. I had some leftover from a previous meal and this was the perfect way to use them up. The calamari added a nice protein boost and the overall dish was very flavorful.


Md shamim Mia
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the presentation was beautiful. Will definitely be making this again.


Abdul jabbar Brohi
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This dish is a great way to enjoy calamari if you're looking for something different. The roasting process gives the calamari a nice smoky flavor, and the potatoes and chickpeas add a nice heartiness to the dish. Definitely recommend!


Nicholas Rupp
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish without any problems. The result was a delicious and impressive meal that my family loved.


Nouman Hazrat
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5/5 stars! This recipe is a winner. The calamari was cooked to perfection, with a nice char and a tender interior. The potatoes and chickpeas were also cooked perfectly. Overall, this dish was incredibly flavorful and satisfying. Highly recommend!


Syed Noman
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Roasted calamari made simple! The combination of textures and flavors in this dish was outstanding - crispy calamari, tender potatoes, and creamy chickpeas, all perfectly complemented by the aromatic garlic and zesty lemon. A keeper!


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