Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsZAZA Italian GastrobarSautéed Spicy Calamari Recipe

Sautéed Spicy Calamari Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Calamari (not fried), tuscan beans, tomatoes, & pepper flakes.

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Vegetables

Legumes

Spices

Oils

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the calamari

    Clean and slice the calamari into rings or strips, ensuring they are uniform in thickness for even cooking.

  2. 2

    Chop the vegetables

    Dice the red bell pepper, mince the garlic, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the parsley, setting aside some for garnish.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the garlic and bell pepper

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the pepper is softened.

  2. 4

    Add the calamari

    Increase the heat to medium-high and add the prepared calamari to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the calamari turns opaque and starts to curl.

  3. 5

    Incorporate the tomatoes and beans

    Add the halved cherry tomatoes and the drained Tuscan beans to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are softened.

  4. 6

    Season the dish

    Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors and adjust the seasoning to taste.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the dish

    Transfer the sautéed spicy calamari and beans to a serving platter. Garnish with the chopped parsley and serve warm.

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