Calamares en su Tinta (Squid in its Ink)

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@cocinero44

This is the ultimate recipe for 'Calamares en su tinta' that one can ever try! It’s a spectacular dish my mother always makes, and we all love it. My mom is an excellent cook from whom I have learned many things I know today.

Calamares en su Tinta (Squid in its Ink) recipe
Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
45min
Total Time
1hr 15min

Ingredients

4 Servings
  • cleaned squid
    cleaned squid
    1kg
  • sachets squid ink
    sachets squid ink
    2
  • medium onions
    medium onions
    2
  • small glass tomato sauce
    small glass tomato sauce
    1
  • small glass white wine
    small glass white wine
    1
  • chopped parsley
    chopped parsley
    1pinch
  • paprika
    paprika
    1tsp
  • garlic
    garlic
    1clove
  • olive oil
    olive oil
  • salt, to taste
    salt, to taste

How to make Calamares en su Tinta (Squid in its Ink)

Cleaning the Squid

  1. Step 1

    Hold the squid body with one hand and pull the head and tentacles with the other hand in the opposite direction.

  2. Step 2

    Cut above the squid's eyes, discard the guts, and if you want to keep the ink, separate it from the guts.

  3. Step 3

    Check for the squid's mouth at the base of the tentacles, remove it if present.

  4. Step 4

    Remove the fins by pulling outwards, peel off the skin, and repeat with the other fin.

  5. Step 5

    Remove the squid skin and extract the transparent sheath inside.

  6. Step 6

    Wash the squid under water, remove any remaining membranes or viscera.

  7. Step 7

    Pull off any hard strips attached to the fins with your hands or knife.

  8. Step 8

    Now the squid is ready to use in any recipe.

Cooking Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Clean the squid and cut them into generous pieces. Set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Finely chop the onions and sauté slowly in a good amount of olive oil with a pinch of salt to make the onions sweat.

  3. Step 3

    Increase the heat, add the squid, very finely chopped garlic, and salt to taste. The squid will begin to release its juice.

  4. Step 4

    Add chopped parsley and paprika, mix well, and cook for 10 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Dissolve the ink in the white wine and add to the pot. Allow the alcohol to evaporate and then add the tomato sauce.

  6. Step 6

    Cook on medium-low heat until the sauce thickens, about 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

49.5kcal (2.48%)

Protein

9.3g (18.7%)

Carbs

2.0g (0.73%)

Sugars

0.1g (0.26%)

Healthy Fat

0.5g

Unhealthy Fat

0.2g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. When cleaning the squid, ensure all inner membranes are thoroughly removed for a cleaner taste.

  2. Fresh squid ink can intensify the dish's flavor compared to packaged sachets.

FAQS

  1. Can I use packaged squid ink instead of fresh?

    Yes, packaged squid ink can be used as an alternative to fresh squid ink.

  2. What should I serve with Calamares en su Tinta?

    Serve with rice or crusty bread to soak up the rich ink sauce.

  3. How do I know when the squid is properly cleaned?

    Ensure all inner membranes and viscera are removed for a cleaner taste.

  4. Can I use frozen squid for this recipe?

    Yes, frozen squid can be used, but ensure it is thoroughly thawed and cleaned.

  5. How can I thicken the sauce if needed?

    Continue cooking on medium-low heat until the sauce reaches the desired thickness.

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