Infused with the flavours of chilli and semi-dried tomatoes, this dish of barbecued calamari deserves a toast with red wine.
Ingredients
- 1.5kg baby calamari
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 fresh long red chilli, deseeded, finely chopped
- 80ml (1/3 cup) olive oil
- 110g (1/2 cup) semi-dried tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon salted baby capers, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh continental parsley
- 2 x 400g cans cannellini beans, rinsed, drained
- 150g mixed baby salad leaves
Method
- Step 1Use a small sharp knife to cut the calamari hoods from the tentacles. Remove and discard the clear, hard quill from inside the hood. Peel away the flaps and remove the grey skin. Rinse under cold running water. Cut the hoods lengthways from the opening to tip. Lay the hoods flat, inside up, on a clean work surface and score diagonally. Cut the hoods and tentacles into 4cm pieces. Combine the garlic, chilli and 1 tablespoon of oil in a large shallow glass or ceramic dish. Add the calamari an turn to coat in the chilli mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 2 hours to marinate.
- Step 2Meanwhile, place the semi-dried tomatoes, capers, parsley and remaining oil in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 3Preheat a barbecue plate or large frying pan on high. Add the calamari and cook for 1-2 minutes each side or until calamari is just cooked through (be careful not to overcook the calamari or it will become tough).
- Step 4Combine the calamari, tomato mixture and cannellini beans in a large bowl. Add the salad leaves and gently toss until just combined. Divide among serving plates and serve immediately.
- High protein
- Low carb
- Low kilojoule
- Low sugar
- Lower gi
Nutrition
1893 kj
Energy
16g
Fat Total
3g
Saturated Fat
9g
Fibre
51g
Protein
498mg
Cholesterol
942.92mg
Sodium
7g
Carbs (sugar)
24g
Carbs (total)
All nutrition values are per serve
Notes
You can prepare this recipe to the end of step 2 up to 6 hours ahead. Keep in separate airtight containers in the fridge. Continue from step 3 up to 15 minutes ahead.
- Author: Chrissy Freer
- Image credit: Ben Dearnley
- Publication: Australian Good Taste
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