Fried squid with garlic and olives
2 servings
20 minutes
Fried squid with garlic and olives is a vibrant dish of Mediterranean cuisine that combines the freshness of seafood with the spiciness of aromatic herbs. In the Mediterranean, squid has always held a special place on the table – its tender meat is perfect for quick frying while retaining softness and rich flavor. Garlic adds zest, while olives and capers contribute a light salty note, deepening the taste. Spinach and basil refresh the dish, and rosemary imparts a warm and resinous aroma. Serving with lemon enhances the flavor nuances, highlighting the maritime character of this recipe. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or light dinner that transports you to the shores of a warm sea where a fresh breeze mingles with the aromas of local cuisine.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Remove the chords from the squid and peel off the skin.
3
Cut the squid into large pieces; if the squids are small, make a cut on one side, open them up, make a grid pattern with a knife on the inside, and cut into small pieces.
- Squid: 300 g
4
Cut the tomatoes into 4-6 wedges.
- Tomatoes: 500 g
5
Tear off and chop the rosemary leaves.
- Rosemary: 1 sprig
6
Try the capers: if they are very salty, rinse them with cold water and dry on paper towels.
- Capers: 1 tablespoon
7
Chop the garlic finely.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
8
Heat vegetable oil in a pan, add the squid and fry for 2 minutes, stirring once.
- Vegetable oil: 5 tablespoon
- Squid: 300 g
9
Add tomatoes, garlic, rosemary, and sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Tomatoes: 500 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Rosemary: 1 sprig
10
Add spinach, capers, olives, and basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper, mix, and remove the pan from heat after 30 seconds.
- Spinach: 50 g
- Capers: 1 tablespoon
- Olives: 150 g
- Green basil: 2 sprigs
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
11
Immediately plate and serve with a slice of lemon.
- Lemon: 1 piece