Squid Stuffed With Ricotta And Spinach
Description
This elegant yet homey dish features tender squid bodies stuffed with a rich mixture of ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, and herbs. The filling is bound with egg and parsley, creating a creamy contrast to the firm texture of the cooked squid. Baked in a bath of dry white wine and Italian tomatoes, the flavors meld together into a savory, aromatic sauce that coats the seafood beautifully. It is a perfect centerpiece for a special weeknight dinner or a romantic meal for two.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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Clean the squid thoroughly, reserving the bodies for stuffing and finely chopping the tentacles. Set the chopped tentacles aside.
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In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter over medium heat. Add the minced onion and cook until soft and translucent.
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Add the minced garlic and chopped squid tentacles to the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Sauté, stirring constantly, until the spinach has completely wilted.
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Remove the skillet from heat. Drain off any excess liquid from the spinach mixture and allow it to cool completely.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, chopped parsley, and the cooled spinach mixture. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
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Season the filling with salt, freshly ground pepper, and hot pepper flakes to taste.
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Stuff the ricotta mixture loosely into the cleaned squid bodies. Do not overstuff, as the filling will expand slightly. Secure the openings with toothpicks.
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Use the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to grease a rectangular baking dish large enough to hold the squid in a single layer.
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Arrange the stuffed squid in the prepared baking dish. Pour the dry white wine and canned tomatoes evenly over and around the squid.
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Season the top of the squid with additional salt, pepper, and hot pepper flakes if desired.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the squid is tender and the sauce has thickened.
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If the sauce is too thin, raise the oven temperature slightly to reduce the liquid. If it is too dry, add a splash more white wine.
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Serve the squid hot, garnished with lemon quarters.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Cholesterol 150mg50%
- Sodium 350mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 25g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
