Spanish Calamari Salad Recipe
Crispy Calamari, Local Kale, Grappa Currants, Pine Nuts, Sherry Vinaigrette, Preserved Lemons, Grana Padano, Romesco
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Clean the calamari and cut into rings. Dredge them in flour and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a pan and fry the calamari until crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- 2
Prepare the Kale
Wash and dry the kale thoroughly. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
- 3
Mix in Other Ingredients
Add grappa currants, pine nuts, chopped preserved lemons, and grated Grana Padano to the kale.
- 4
Prepare the Sherry Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of sherry vinegar, 6 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
- 5
Combine and Serve
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Top with crispy calamari and serve immediately.