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Stuffed Squid

Irresistibly Tender Stuffed Squid in Rich Tomato Sauce

This Stuffed Squid recipe features tender squid filled with a savory mixture, cooked slowly in a rich tomato sauce, bringing Mediterranean flavors to your table.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 squids
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Squid
  • 1 pound Squid, cleaned Choose smaller squid for tenderness
For the Filling
  • 5 tablespoons Olive Oil Total for sautéing
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 ¼ cups Day Old Bread Crumbs High-quality, dense bread
  • cup Pecorino Romano Cheese Rich, salty flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Can substitute with basil
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Brings briny taste
  • ¾ teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Enhances flavor
For the Sauce
  • ¼ cup Dry White Wine To deglaze the pan
  • 28 ounces Canned Tomatoes Base of the sauce
  • 20 pieces Pitted Black Olives Savory element
For Serving
  • Freshly Cooked Pasta For soaking up tomato sauce

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • food processor
  • Piping bag
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Stuffed Squid
  1. Start by cleaning the squid thoroughly under cool running water. Remove any remnants and pat dry.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped squid tentacles and garlic for about 5 minutes. Transfer to a food processor, add bread crumbs, Pecorino Romano cheese, parsley, capers, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until combined.
  3. Carefully fill each squid tube with the prepared filling, leaving space at the top. Secure ends with toothpicks and prick the squid all over with a skewer.
  4. In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Deglaze with white wine, then add canned tomatoes, black olives, and remaining seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Gently add the stuffed squid to the simmering sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 30 to 60 minutes, turning the squid occasionally.
  6. Remove squid from the sauce, slice into rings, and serve with freshly cooked pasta, tossing in the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squidCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Smaller squid are preferred for a tender texture. Avoid overstuffing and always prick the squid to prevent bursting during cooking.

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