Calamari – Red Or White Pasta Recipe
Calamari Cooked Until Tender & Served with Either Red Sauce or White Sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamari and Pasta Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Calamari
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add Calamari
Add the sliced calamari to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque and tender. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Combine with Pasta
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with calamari and toss to combine. If using white sauce, add it at this stage and mix well. If using red sauce, add it separately for serving.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with either red sauce or white sauce on the side.
