Roasted Squid With Chorizo and Pimenton

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   Put potatoes in a pot of well-salted water and bring to a simmer.

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   Let simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.

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   Drain; keep warm.

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   Place oven rack in the top position and heat oven to 475 degrees.

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   Rinse squid inside and out, then drain and pat dry.

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   Cut tentacles in half if large, but leave squid bodies whole.

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   Season on both sides with salt and pepper.

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   Put a large cast-iron skillet over high heat.

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   When hot, add 2 tablespoons olive oil and the chorizo.

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    Let chorizo sizzle.

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    Add red pepper flakes, then add squid all at once in 1 layer.

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    Do not crowd squid; use 2 pans if necessary.

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    Stir to coat squid with oil.

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    Immediately transfer pan to top rack in hot oven.

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    Let roast for 6 to 10 minutes, depending on size of squid.

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    They are ready when bodies are puffed and starting to brown and crisp at edges.

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    Pour off and reserve pan juices and chorizo.

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    To serve, slice potatoes and, if you like, cut squid into rings.

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    Arrange greens, potatoes and squid on a large platter, dust lightly with pimenton and sprinkle with parsley.

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    Spoon pan juices and chorizo over everything.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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