Squid stewed in cream with vegetables

6 servings

120 minutes

Creamy stewed squid with vegetables is a delicate and aromatic dish of European cuisine that delights seafood lovers. The recipe's history is rooted in Mediterranean gastronomy traditions, where squid is combined with soft cream and fresh vegetables to create a harmonious flavor. Stewing preserves their juiciness, while the addition of carrots and onions gives the dish a light sweetness and richness. Bay leaf and lemon juice complete the composition, adding a touch of freshness and sophistication. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner or festive lunch, especially with a glass of white wine. Squid soaked in creamy sauce literally melts in your mouth, leaving a delightful aftertaste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 932.1
• Proteins: 165.7g
• Fats: 23g
• Carbohydrates: 15.6g

Ingredients

• Squid: 2 kg
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Onion: 1 head
• Olive oil: 50 ml
• Bay leaf: to taste
• Cream 20%: 250 ml
• Basil: to taste
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Parsley: 1 bunch
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. We buy 2 kg of fresh squid, frozen large ones are fine too, but fresh is better and tastier.

   Required ingredients:

   • Squid: 2 kg

2. We thoroughly rinse the squid and clean them from the insides and outer membrane. For this, we place the squid in a deep pot and pour boiling water over them; the membrane will come off more easily. We clean the squid with a knife, removing the outer membrane and everything inside so that we have a perfectly clean white squid. Sometimes there are surprises inside the squid, like small fish. This is normal; squids also want to eat, and the fish can be fed to cats.

3. We rinse the cleaned squid again with warm water and cut them into strips.

4. Pour olive oil into a heated pan and add the squid to simmer, seasoning with salt and pepper, then cover with a lid. Simmer for 25 minutes, adding a little water and oil as needed.

   Required ingredients:

   • Squid: 2 kg
   • Olive oil: 50 ml
   • Sea salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

5. When the squid starts to curl a bit, add the coarsely chopped carrot and finely chopped onion. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Onion: 1 head

6. Once the carrots, onions, and squid are completely softened, add cream and herbs and simmer for another 7 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream 20%: 250 ml
   • Basil:  to taste
   • Parsley: 1 bunch

7. 5 minutes before it's ready, add a bay leaf and a little fresh lemon juice. Done! Enjoy your meal.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bay leaf:  to taste
   • Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons