Baked Squid With Garlic Anchovy Pasta Recipe

A sensational seafood pasta dish! Crispy baked squid, tossed in breadcrumbs and herbs, is paired with a rich and savory garlic anchovy pasta. This recipe, originally from Tracy Seaman's "An Italian Christmas Meal" (Food & Wine, December 1994), is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will transport you to the Italian coast!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 751.1 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Squid With Garlic Anchovy Pasta

  • 1 pound Small Squid
  • 1/2 cup Dried Breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Clove
  • 1 tablespoon Anchovy Paste
  • 1 pound Capellini
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 Lemon

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How to Make Baked Squid With Garlic Anchovy Pasta

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
  3. In a large bowl, toss 1 pound of squid with 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  4. Spread the squid in a single layer in a large baking dish. Sprinkle with any remaining breadcrumbs.
  5. Drizzle 1/4 cup olive oil over the squid.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the squid is golden brown and crispy.
  7. While the squid bakes, in a small saucepan, whisk together 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon anchovy paste, and 1/4 cup olive oil. Simmer over low heat until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
  8. Add 1 pound of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package directions until al dente.
  9. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  10. Return the pasta to the saucepan. Add the anchovy sauce and 2 tablespoons of butter. Toss to coat, adding a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  11. Create a bed of pasta on a platter or individual plates. Top with the baked squid.
  12. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

33g

Carbs

23g

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