Calamari with Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Calamari with Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, sliced; 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree; 28 fluid ounces water; ½ cup red wine (cabernet shrivas); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon white sugar; crushed red pepper flakes; 16 ounces uncooked linguine; 3 lbs squid, cleaned and sliced into rings

Servings: persons

1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Stir in the garlic and cook until lightly brown.
3
Stir in tomato puree, water, red wine, salt, sugar and crushed red pepper.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
7
Add linguine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
8
Stir calamari into the tomato sauce.
9
Continue to simmer until squid is opaque.
10
Check frequently to avoid overcooking squid (cook time aprox 15 mins) Serve squid and sauce over cooked linguine.

112

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Fat Carbs

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 tablespoons olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, sliced, 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree, 28 fluid ounces water, and more.

Yes, Calamari with Tomato Sauce 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.

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Calamari with Tomato Sauce

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