Traditional Bulgarian Stuffed Calamari (Пълнени Калмари)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
Classic Bulgarian stuffed calamari, featuring tender squid filled with a savory mixture of rice, onions, herbs, and sometimes minced pork or beef, baked until golden and tender. A beloved seafood dish often served during summer holidays.
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Съставки
- Calamari tubes8 medium
- Arborio rice1 cup
- Yellow onions2 medium
- Garlic cloves4
- Fresh parsley1/2 cup chopped
- Fresh dill1/4 cup chopped
- White wine1/4 cup
- Olive oil1/4 cup
- Tomato paste2 tablespoons
- Lemon1/2, for juice
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Water1 cup
Стъпки
- 1
Clean the calamari tubes, reserving the tentacles if desired (chop finely for filling).
- 2
Finely chop 1 onion and mince the garlic. Sauté in 2 tablespoons of olive oil until softened.
- 3
Add the rice, chopped tentacles (if using), parsley, dill, white wine, and tomato paste to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted and liquid is mostly absorbed.
- 4
Season the filling with salt and pepper. Let it cool slightly.
- 5
Carefully stuff the calamari tubes with the rice mixture, about 3/4 full. Secure the opening with a toothpick.
- 6
In a baking dish, combine the remaining chopped onion, remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Place the stuffed calamari on top.
- 7
Pour in 1 cup of water. Cover the dish with foil.
- 8
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 45-60 minutes, or until the calamari is tender and the rice is cooked through. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes if desired for browning.
- 9
Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
