Spaghetti with Squid Sauce

Spaghetti with squid sauce is a delicious and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the sea to the table. Here’s how you could prepare it:

Ingredients

• 400g of spaghetti
• 500g of cleaned squid, cut into rings
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 400g of peeled tomatoes or tomato puree
• Chopped fresh parsley
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Preparation

1. In a large pan, sauté the garlic cloves in extra virgin olive oil. If you like, you can add red pepper flakes to add a spicy touch.
2. Add the squid and cook over medium-high heat for a few minutes, until they become slightly golden.
3. Pour the peeled tomatoes (if using whole ones, crush them a bit with a fork) or the tomato puree into the pan. Season with salt and let the sauce cook over medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally and make sure it doesn’t stick.
4. In the meantime, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti al dente, following the cooking time indicated on the package.
5. Drain the spaghetti and transfer it to the pan with the squid sauce. Mix the spaghetti well with the sauce to flavor them.
6. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Curiosity

This dish reflects the Mediterranean tradition of combining the flavors of the sea with simplicity and respect for the ingredients. Squid, in particular, is appreciated in Italian cuisine for its soft and delicate flesh, which pairs well with the flavor of tomatoes and the aroma of garlic. Remember not to overcook the squid, otherwise they could become rubbery. Buon appetito!