“Calamarata Pasta with Tomato and Olive Sauce”
Calamarata with Tomato and Olive Sauce
A classic Mediterranean dish made with calamarata pasta, tender squid, rich tomato sauce, and flavorful black olives.
Simple, delicious, and perfect for bringing all the flavors of Southern Italy to the table.
Calamarata with Tomato and Olive Sauce
A Mediterranean first course, savory and aromatic, perfect for evoking the flavors of the southern sea.
Ingredients
| Calamarata pasta | 400 g |
| Fresh calamari | 500 g |
| Peeled tomatoes or tomato purée | 400 ml |
| Pitted black olives | 80–100 g |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Onion | ½ medium |
| Extra virgin olive oil | to taste |
| Salt | to taste |
| Black pepper | to taste |
| Chili pepper (optional) | a pinch |
| Fresh parsley | to taste |
Directions
- Prepare the calamari: Clean the calamari (remove bone and skin if preferred), slice the body into rings and set aside the tentacles.
- Sauté base: In a large pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil. Add the crushed garlic and chopped onion; let them soften. Add chili pepper if desired.
- Cook the calamari: Add the calamari to the pan and sauté for a few minutes until they release some of their water.
- Make the sauce: Add the crushed peeled tomatoes or purée. Simmer over low heat for 10–15 minutes; halfway through, add the sliced olives and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the calamarata according to the package instructions. Drain al dente.
- Toss together: Add the pasta to the pan with the sauce and toss over high heat for 1 minute so it absorbs the flavor.
- Serve: Plate hot, garnish with chopped parsley and a drizzle of raw extra virgin olive oil.
Southern Tips
- Use cherry tomatoes or fresh tomatoes for a sweeter, more aromatic flavor.
- If you find bronze-drawn calamarata pasta, use it — the rough surface holds the sauce better.
- Choose high-quality black olives; local varieties will enhance the dish.
- For a richer variation, add a spoonful of tomato paste while cooking the sauce.
Conclusion
Calamarata with tomato sauce is a dish full of flavor and simplicity, perfect for bringing the aromas and colors of Southern Italy to your table.
A recipe that combines the tradition of the sea with the authenticity of classic Italian cuisine.
Make it for a family dinner or to impress your guests — success is guaranteed!
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