Salt and pepper calamari
Crispy and delicious.
20 delicious calamari recipes
Of course the classic salt and pepper calamari but so much more!
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Spaghetti marinara
Seafood and eat it!
Sustainable seafood chowder
With a smoky twist.
Creamy marinara pie
Break through the cheesy potato topping for the wonderfully creamy seafood mix within. If you have time, switch out the pre-prepared elements of this dish with your own for a homemade pie to please.
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20 delicious calamari recipes
Australian summer and fresh seafood go hand-in-hand and each year calamari proves to be a popular choice with the entire family. Here, we've gathered 20 of our best recipes with calamari to show you how versatile this little seafood favourite is. From classic crumbed salt and pepper calamari to gorgeous grilled rings and a less conventional stuffed variety, these tasty recipes are perfect for a light lunch or to serve as an easy appetiser for your summer entertaining.
Calamari spaghettini
Tender, perfectly cooked calamari is beautiful tossed through light spaghettini to create this divine seafood pasta dish. Cooked with a zesty sauce, it's perfect for light dinner any time of year.
Sweet chilli calamari stir-fry
Tender fresh calamari is tossed with sweet chilli sauce, hokkien noodles and fresh vegetables to create this delicious Asian stir-fry in no time at all.
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Antipasto plate
Delight your guests with an irresistible assortment of antipasto goodies waiting to be gobbled up over a glass of wine.
Seafood risotto
Packed with tender seafood, tomato and saffron, this risotto is hearty and delicious and makes a great red meat-free meal.
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Seafood platter
Offer your guests this seafood platter as part of a selection of tapas or share plate dishes at your next gathering. Serve with a bowl of olives, crusty bread and a glass of icy cold, crisp white wine.
Hot seafood platter
Serve this delicious hot seafood platter at your next gathering. Simply arrange the seafood on a large white serving platter with plenty of lemon wedges and watch it disappear.
Spicy calamari with olives
A quick and delicious spicy calamari stew with olives and fresh basil; an exquisite Italian-style midweek dinner.
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Deep-fried baby calamari
The perfect starter dish or sharing plate of deep-fried baby calamari.
Calamari stuffed with fetta and chilli
We've detailed how to clean and prepare the calamari below; it's easier than you think! Remember that calamari cooks incredibly quickly; it's important not to overcook it because it will become tough and chewy, ruining the delicate nature of this tasty dish.
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Seafood risoni paella
This recipe can be made in a traditional paella pan if you own one, otherwise a deep frying pan or wok with a tight-fitting lid will suffice. Serve the paella straight from the pan at the table. Note
Prawn, squid and salsa verde pizza
To save time, buy shelled and deveined prawns and calamari rings from your local fish supplier. Some major supermarkets also have a fresh seafood section. Note
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Calamari teppanyaki
Teppanyaki is the name given to a traditional Japanese cooking style where the food is cooked rapidly on a searingly hot grill plate on or near the table. Pink pickled ginger, also known as gari, can be found in most Asian grocery stores. Note