Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Sicilian-Style Crumbed Calamari
Crisp, golden calamari coated in herby breadcrumbs - a simple Sicilian favourite perfect for summer grilling.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 4 medium fresh calamari
- ✓ breadcrumbs
- ✓ dried oregano
- ✓ fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ✓ extra-virgin olive oil
- ✓ sea salt
- ✓ freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
These Sicilian-style crumbed calamari are a wonderfully simple way to bring the sunshine of the Mediterranean to your table. With just a handful of ingredients - good olive oil, fragrant herbs and fresh calamari - you’ll have a dish that feels instantly summery.
Anna Marino shares a version that’s very much rooted in Sicilian seaside cooking: think strolls along the coast, the scent of the grill mingling with sea breeze, and platters of crisp, golden rings served straight from the embers. Ideal for a relaxed summer supper with friends and a glass of chilled local white wine.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Rinse the calamari, peel off the outer skin and pat them dry with kitchen paper.
- 2
Sprinkle with a little sea salt and leave for 10 minutes so the seasoning can penetrate.
- 3
Rinse again to remove excess salt, then brush lightly with extra-virgin olive oil.
- 4
Coat the calamari in the breadcrumbs mixed with black pepper, chopped parsley and oregano, pressing gently so the coating adheres well.
- 5
Grill over hot charcoal or on a barbecue rack until lightly charred and cooked through.
- 6
Serve piping hot with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon wedges on the side.
💡 Tips and Variations
Add a little grated lemon zest to the breadcrumb mix for an aromatic lift. For those who enjoy heat, a pinch of chilli powder works beautifully.
📦 Storage
- • Store any leftover calamari in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- • Reheat gently on a griddle pan or in a low oven.
- • Avoid freezing cooked calamari to preserve its tenderness.
🍷 Pairing
Enjoy with a glass of Contea di Sclafani Grillo - crisp, aromatic and perfectly suited to light seafood dishes.
Thank you for cooking along! May these Sicilian-style crumbed calamari bring a touch of the island’s warmth to your kitchen. Buon appetito!
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