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Calamari with Tomato Sauce

Delicious Calamari with Tomato Sauce for Perfect Family Dinners

Enjoy a delightful Calamari with Tomato Sauce, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Provides rich flavor; necessary for sautéing the garlic.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Sliced; can substitute with garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 can (28-ounce) Tomato Puree Forms the base of the sauce; fresh tomatoes can be used as an alternative but require extra cooking time.
  • 28 fluid ounces Water Used for thinning the sauce; vegetable broth can enhance flavor.
  • ½ cup Red Wine Adds acidity and complexity to the sauce; replace with white wine or vegetable broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning; adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon White Sugar Balances acidity; can be omitted or reduced if preferred.
  • Crushed Red Pepper Adds heat; adjust to taste.
For the Linguine
  • 1 package (16-ounce) Uncooked Linguine Pasta Serves as the base; can swap with any pasta of choice.
For the Calamari
  • 3 pounds Squid Cleaned and sliced into rings; ensure freshness for best texture.

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Pot for cooking pasta

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Calamari with Tomato Sauce
  1. In a large saucepan, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat for about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Add 3 sliced cloves of garlic to the heated oil and sauté for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in a 28-ounce can of tomato puree, 28 fluid ounces of water, and ½ cup of red wine, along with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of white sugar, and crushed red pepper.
  4. Allow the sauce to come to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  5. While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook a 16-ounce package of linguine for 8–10 minutes.
  6. Once the sauce has simmered, add 3 pounds of cleaned and sliced squid, stirring to coat the calamari in the sauce and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  7. Serve the calamari over the prepared linguine and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for family dinners or intimate gatherings, best served over linguine.

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