Basque Calamari Recipe
Hot peppers, cherry tomatoes and a smoked pepper aioli.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Smoked Pepper Aioli
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, smoked paprika, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- 2
Cook the Calamari
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced hot peppers and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the calamari and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque and tender.
- 3
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet with calamari and hot peppers. Season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- 4
Serve
Remove from heat and serve hot, drizzled with the smoked pepper aioli on the side.
