Calamari in the Luciana Style

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Calamari in the Luciana Style
45 min.
6
175kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests with a delightful seafood dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine, look no further than Calamari in the Luciana Style. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a treat for your taste buds but also an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions. With each bite, you'll experience the tender calamari coated in a rich blend of garlic, fresh herbs, and a hint of spice from crushed red pepper, making it an ideal appetizer or antipasto to start your meal.

The preparation is surprisingly straightforward, taking only about 45 minutes from start to finish, allowing you to focus on enjoying the cooking process and sharing the dish with friends and family. The inclusion of dry white wine adds a sophisticated touch, while the aromatic thyme and fresh parsley elevate the flavors, creating a dish that looks as good as it tastes. Whether enjoyed as a starter for a special dinner or a snack during a casual gathering, this calamari dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Perfect for those warm evenings or paired with a refreshing salad, Calamari in the Luciana Style is a versatile addition to any menu. Dive into this culinary adventure and watch as your guests rave about the bold flavors and tender texture, bringing a taste of Italy right to your home.

Ingredients

  • servings bell pepper red hot crushed
  • 0.5 cup cooking wine dry white
  • cloves garlic peeled sliced
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh italian chopped
  • teaspoon red-wine vinegar 
  • servings salt 
  • ounce squid rings ( 3 pounds total)
  •  thyme sprigs fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • colander

Directions

  1. Clean the calamari according to directions on page 40, leaving the skin intact if you prefer.
  2. Cut the bodies into 1/2-inch rings and set them and the tentacles in a colander to drain well.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a wide, heavy skillet over medium heat. Scatter the garlic over the oil and cook, shaking the pan, until golden, about 1 minute. Increase the heat to high, scatter the calamari in the skillet, and season with the thyme and lightly with crushed red pepper. Cook, stirring regularly, until the water from the calamari has evaporated and the calamari have begun to caramelize, 6 to 8 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the vinegar over the calamari and scrape up the browned bits from the pan.
  5. Pour in the wine and bring to a boil, continuing to scrape the skillet. Cook until the wine is evaporated and the calamari are golden, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and crushed red pepper to taste, stir in the parsley, and serve.
  6. Taste
  7. Book, using the USDA Nutrition Database
  8. From Lidia's Italian-American Kitchen by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich Copyright (c) 2001 by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich Published by Knopf.Lidia Bastianich hosts the hugely popular PBS show, "Lidia's Italian-American kitchen" and owns restaurants in New York City, Kansas City, and Pittsburgh. Also the author of Lidia's Italian Table and Lidia's Italian-American Kitchen, she lives in Douglaston, New York. Jay Jacob's journalism has appeared in many national magazines.From the Trade Paperback edition.

Nutrition Facts

Calories175kcal
Protein10.58%
Fat80.38%
Carbs9.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.33
Glycemic Load
0.44
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.902174006338%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
10.8mg
Luteolin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.79mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:174.64kcal
8.73%
Fat:14.68g
22.58%
Saturated Fat:2.08g
12.99%
Carbohydrates:3.72g
1.24%
Net Carbohydrates:2.7g
0.98%
Sugar:0.41g
0.45%
Cholesterol:55.05mg
18.35%
Sodium:241.7mg
10.51%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:3.75%
100%
Protein:4.35g
8.69%
Vitamin K:92.67µg
88.26%
Copper:0.49mg
24.38%
Vitamin A:1053.94IU
21.08%
Vitamin E:3.1mg
20.68%
Selenium:11.44µg
16.35%
Vitamin C:9.78mg
11.86%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.67%
Phosphorus:70.07mg
7.01%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.81%
Iron:1.12mg
6.23%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.46%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.12%
Potassium:155.61mg
4.45%
Vitamin B3:0.87mg
4.34%
Magnesium:17.13mg
4.28%
Fiber:1.02g
4.07%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.82%
Calcium:31.3mg
3.13%
Folate:9.93µg
2.48%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.85%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.42%
Source:Epicurious