Squid in Sherry Sauce (Calamares Al Jerez) |
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| Servings | Prep. Time | Cooking Time | Calories | % from Fat | Fat | Sodium | Carbohydrates | Protein | Cholesterol |
| 4 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| INGREDIENTS: | ||
| good pinch of saffron threads | 1 tablespoon boiling water | 2 tablespoons olive oil |
| 1 large onion, chopped | 3 cloves garlic, crushed | 25 g/1 oz ground almonds |
| 125 ml/4 fl oz dry sherry | 2 tablespoons chopped parsley | 450 g/1 lb prepared squid rings |
| 125 ml/4 fl oz water | salt | |
| 1 | Pound the saffron threads in a small mortar with a pestle. Add the boiling water and set aside to steep. Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the onion and cook gently for about 10 minutes, until transparent. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the almonds, saffron liquid, sherry, parsley, squid rings, water and salt to taste. Cover and simmer gently for about 45-60 minutes until the squid is tender, stirring occasionally. Serve with pilaf, if desired. |