Spicy Calamari in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 lb calamari (cleaned, bodies and tentacles)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• ½ tsp red chili flakes
• 2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and 0.5 tsp red chili flakes, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

2. 2

   Pour in the 2 cups crushed tomatoes, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Stir and bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes, until slightly thickened.

3. 3

   Add the 1 lb calamari to the sauce, stirring to coat. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, until the calamari is opaque and tender—do not overcook or it will become rubbery.

4. 4

   Tear the 0.25 cup basil leaves and stir them into the sauce. Cook for 1 more minute, just until wilted.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or chili flakes if desired. Serve hot over pasta, polenta, or with crusty bread.

Tools you’ll need

• Large skillet
• Wooden spoon
• Chef's knife
• Cutting board

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