Calamari "Noodles" with Black Olives and Arugula

Name: Calamari "Noodles" with Black Olives and Arugula
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound clean calamari, tubes and tentacles (or only tubes, if you prefer); Extra-virgin olive oil; 3 to 4 cloves garlic, smashed, plus 1 for rubbing bread; Pinch crushed red pepper flakes; Salt; 1 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup kalamata or gaeta olives, slivered; 4 slices rustic Italian bread; 2 cups washed baby arugula; 2 tablespoons chopped chives, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Cut each calamari tube in strips lengthwise that are about 1/4-inch wide.
2
If using the tentacles, cut in segments.
3
Coat a large saute pan generously with olive oil.
4
Add the smashed garlic cloves and crushed red pepper and bring to a high heat.
5
When the garlic is golden brown and very aromatic remove the garlic and discard.
6
Carefully add the calamari and quickly toss or stir in the hot oil.
7
Season with salt and saute for 1 to 2 minutes or until the calamari turn from translucent to opaque.
8
Add the wine and the olives and cook until the wine has reduced by about half.
9
Taste to see if the seasoning is correct.
10
While the calamari is cooking, toast or grill the bread.
11
Rub the bread with the remaining garlic clove and drizzle generously with olive oil.
12
Divide the arugula between 4 serving bowls.
13
Spoon the calamari and juices over the greens.
14
Cut each piece of bread in half on the bias and arrange on the calamari.
15
Garnish with chives and serve.
16
What a noodle!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound clean calamari, tubes and tentacles (or only tubes, if you prefer), Extra-virgin olive oil, 3 to 4 cloves garlic, smashed, plus 1 for rubbing bread, Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Calamari "Noodles" with Black Olives and Arugula falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!