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Pasta with Squid and Hard-boiled Egg Yolk

17/11/2023

Pasta with squid and hard-boiled egg yolk is a delicious dish that combines the freshness of the fish with the creaminess of the yolk. Here is how to prepare it:

Ingredients

  • 320 g of pasta (linguine or spaghetti)
  • 400 g of cleaned squid, cut into rings
  • 4 hard-boiled egg yolks
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Dry white wine (optional, for deglazing)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for those who like a spicy flavor)

Preparation

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. When boiling, cook the pasta until al dente following the instructions on the package.

  2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat a bit of extra virgin olive oil and add the garlic cloves (you can leave them whole to remove later or chop them finely). If you prefer a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes as well.

  3. Add the squid rings to the skillet and sauté over medium-high heat for a few minutes. The squid will release its cooking water; be careful not to overcook it and make it too tough.

  4. (Optional) Deglaze with a bit of dry white wine and let the alcohol evaporate.

  5. Meanwhile, prepare the hard-boiled egg yolks by boiling the eggs for 9-10 minutes, then cooling in cold water and peeling them. Separate the yolks from the whites, keeping only the yolks for the recipe.

  6. When the pasta is ready, drain it, reserving some of the cooking water, and transfer it to the skillet with the squid.

  7. Mix well, adding a little cooking water if necessary to make the dish creamier.

  8. Crumble the hard-boiled yolks over the skillet and gently incorporate them into the dish.

  9. Finish with chopped fresh parsley, adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

Curiosity

Squid is a versatile ingredient in the kitchen, well-known in Mediterranean cuisine, and especially in Italian culinary tradition. They are often fried, but in this preparation, they are sautéed to maintain a delicate flavor that matches well with the creaminess of the hard-boiled yolk.

For a perfect wine pairing with this dish, you might choose a slightly aromatic white with good acidity, such as a Vermentino or a Fiano, to contrast the sweetness of the squid without overpowering its flavor.

Pasta with Squid and Hard-boiled Egg Yolk