Calamari in Tomato Sauce (Calamari Pomodoro)
Nothing compares to the rich, tangy, and aromatic flavor of a smooth and delicious Italian tomato sauce.
Did you know that 🍅 Pomodoro, the Italian word for tomato, means «Golden Apple» (Pomo d'Oro)? So, let’s get luxurious with this exquisite Calamari in Tomato Sauce recipe, crafted by our ✨golden Chef, Norma Berrios for Panamei’s #FeastoftheSevenFishes 🦑🇮🇹
Ingredients
- 2lb Panamei Squid Rings (Calamari), thawed
- ½ cup Olive Oil
- 1 Large Onion, finely chopped
- 5 Garlic Cloves, lightly crushed
- 4 Tbsp Tomato Paste
- 1 Can (14oz) Tomatoes, peeled, and crushed
- 2 Dry Bay Leaves
- 6 Fresh Basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- ½ Tbsp Sugar
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup White or Sherry Wine
- Fresh Parsley, chopped
Calamari In Tomato Sauce
Recipe by Norma Berrios
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Instructions:
In a deep pan, heat oil to medium and sauté the onion for about 1 minute; add the garlic and mix well. Add the Italian seasoning, the bay leaves, and the tomato paste (diluted with a Tbsp water). Continue cooking and constantly stirring.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, sugar, basil, and ½ cup wine; season with salt and pepper and cook in medium-low heat for about 12-15 minutes.
Add the rest of the wine and the Squid Rings (Calamari); cook for 3 minutes and then remove the calamari from the sauce with a slotted spoon, set aside.
Adjust seasoning if needed and continue cooking until it thickens.
Serve the Calamari mixed with the sauce in a large bowl —family style— Garnish with chopped parsley.
Tip: Enjoy this sauce over pasta or with a side of bread. Buon Appetito!
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