Squid stewed with vegetables

4 servings

60 minutes

Squid stewed with vegetables is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of seafood with the rich flavor of fresh vegetables. The soft-textured squid absorbs the aroma of eggplant, sweet pepper, and onion, creating a harmony of flavors. A light hint of ginger and a mix of peppers add spiciness, while slow stewing allows the ingredients to reveal their depth. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive occasions due to its sophistication and balanced combination of products. Served hot and garnished with fresh herbs, it pairs wonderfully with light side dishes or crusty bread. This cooking method highlights the natural flavor of squid and makes them particularly juicy and aromatic.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 509.7
• Proteins: 77.3g
• Fats: 13g
• Carbohydrates: 21.5g

Ingredients

• Squid: 3 pc
• Eggplants: 3 pc
• Sweet pepper: 2 pc
• Onion: 2 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Mix of peppers: to taste
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Grated ginger: to taste

Cooking steps

1. We defrost the squid and cut it into rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Squid: 3 pieces

2. We clean the onion, wash it, and cut it into half rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 pieces

3. We wash the eggplants, cut off the stem. We cut them in half lengthwise and crosswise. We slice them into thick sticks.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 3 pieces

4. We wash the pepper, clean it, and cut it into half rings. The smaller ones can be cut into rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 2 pieces

5. Place the pan on the fire, pour in sunflower oil, and add the squid. Season with salt and pepper, add ginger. Stir-frying for 3-5 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Squid: 3 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Mix of peppers:  to taste
   • Grated ginger:  to taste

6. Add half an eggplant and onion to the squid. Salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 3 pieces
   • Onion: 2 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Mix of peppers:  to taste

7. Finally, layer the eggplants and peppers again, add salt. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer everything in its own juice for 20-30 minutes until the vegetables are ready!

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 3 pieces
   • Sweet pepper: 2 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste

8. During the process, we carefully stir the contents of the pan. Add salt and spices as needed.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Mix of peppers:  to taste

9. If the vegetables release little liquid, we add a little water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons

10. Serve decorated with greens.