Unique But Tasty Calamarata Pasta That You Will Love

In Calamarata pasta, calamari (Italian name for squid) are cooked in rich tomato sauce until tender, then tossed with al dente calamari shape pasta. Bon Appetito! 

Have you ever had squid pasta? It will take you on a summer’s day in southern Italy. It is such a comforting dish. This pasta can hold all kinds of condiments and seafood sauces, making it incredibly delicious.

What is Calamarata pasta?

Did you know that Calamarata pasta derives its name from the Italian word “Calamaro,” which means squid or calamari? It is a Neapolitan pasta shaped like rings, similar to calamari(squid). It is a traditional dish in Southern Italy.

Why will you love this recipe?

• Flavorful and Fresh: The blend of fresh seafood, garlic, and cherry tomatoes produces delicious flavours.
• A Taste of Italy: This pasta offers an authentic taste of Italian cuisine at home, allowing you to enjoy Italy’s traditional pasta without leaving your house.
• Easy to Prepare: This recipe is simple to follow and ideal for beginners. With simple steps and a few ingredients, you can cook restaurant-quality pasta in the comfort of your home.

Equipment required

• Large pot
• Large skillet
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Wooden spoon/spatula
• Pasta fork

Things You will Need for Making This Pasta

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• Calamari: Take one kg of freshly cleaned squid with tentacles. You can also use frozen squid.
• Calamarata shape pasta: Take 500 g of Calamarata shape of pasta. You can buy from any local store or order online.
• Olive oil: Take five tablespoons of olive oil. You can use any other vegetable oil instead of olive oil.
• Garlic: Take two tablespoons of minced garlic. Garlic will add aroma and freshness to seafood pasta. 
• Cherry Tomatoes: Take 400 g of cherry tomatoes and cut them into cubes. If you are out of cherry tomatoes, you can use canned or regular tomatoes.
• Broth cube: Instead of salt, add 1 broth cube to make it tastier.
• Parsley: Take one tablespoon of finely chopped parsley for pasta and garnishing.

Instructions

1.Prepare the calamari

Remove the skin and clean it from the inside. Rinse with water. Slice the calamari according to the shape and size of the Calamarata shape pasta.

2.Prepare the sauce

Add olive oil and sauté minced garlic in a pan.

Add squid rings with cleaned tentacles. Simmer for 2-3 minutes. Add 60 ml of water and cook until the water completely evaporates.

Then add cherry tomatoes. Add a broth cube and parsley. Mix it well.

3.Boil the pasta

Boil water in a large pan with salt. Add Calamarata shape pasta and cook al dente.

4.Combine

Toss the boiled pasta with calamari. Add three tablespoons of pasta water. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes.

5.Serve

Sprinkle some fresh chopped parsley and serve it hot.

Variations

• Other seafood: With squid, you can add other seafood like shrimp, crabs, and callo de hacha (scallops).
• Roasted vegetables: Cook calamari with your favorite roasted vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, and broccoli.

Expert Tips

• Take fresh calamari instead of frozen because fresh squid has more flavor.
• If you are uncomfortable cleaning the calamari, ask your fishmonger to do it.
• This pasta is best enjoyed fresh, so serve it immediately.
• Don’t throw away the pasta water. You need to complete the cooking process of seafood pasta.

Storage Options

• Store the leftover pasta in an airtight box for 3-5 days.
• When reheating, add olive oil or water to prevent the pasta from drying.

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