Linguine With Calamari And Garlic Recipe

A quick and delicious 20-minute Linguine recipe inspired by a 1996 Bon Appetit classic! This vibrant pasta dish features tender calamari, fragrant garlic, and a burst of bright flavors. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a sophisticated first course for your guests. Easily doubled for a crowd. Serve with crusty garlic bread and a fresh mixed green salad for a complete and unforgettable meal. Don't forget to reserve some pasta water!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 542.1 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Linguine With Calamari And Garlic

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Linguine With Calamari And Garlic

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How to Make Linguine With Calamari And Garlic

  1. Cook 1 pound linguine in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  2. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  3. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil (reserved from canned anchovies, if using) in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add 1 pound of calamari and cook until opaque, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add 4 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 2 ounces drained canned anchovy fillets (optional), and 1 tablespoon capers. Stir for 1 minute.
  6. Add 1/2 cup dry white wine.
  7. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce slightly reduces, about 3 minutes.
  8. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil.
  9. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet.
  10. Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water by tablespoonfuls if needed, until the pasta is creamy and well-coated (about 2 minutes).
  11. Divide the pasta and calamari between 2 plates.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

2g

Carbs

30g