Santiago’s Stuffed Squid

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16
Santiago's Stuffed Squid with Shrimp, Orange Roughy, and Tomato
in Seafood

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound squid
8 ounces shrimp , peeled and deveined
8 ounces orange roughy fillets
1 tomato , seeded and chopped
1 small onion , quartered
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons dry white wine
1 slice white bread
4 slices lemon , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
300
Sugar
3g
Fat
19g
Santiago's Stuffed Squid is a traditional Latin American dish that combines tender squid with a tasty stuffing made of shrimp, orange roughy, and tomato. This unique combination of seafood results in a dish that is full of flavor and texture, with a delicious tomato sauce covering the squid. While cleaning the squid can be a bit of a task, the end result is well worth the effort. Served with lemon slices, Santiago's Stuffed Squid is a delicious and impressive dish to make for guests.

Instructions

1.Rinse the squid and remove the heads and tentacles.
2.Reserve the tentacles and chop them finely along with the shrimp and orange roughy.
3.In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium heat.
4.Add the onion and sauté for 2 minutes or until translucent.
5.Add the chopped seafood and cook for 3-4 minutes or until cooked through.
6.Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
7.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
8.In a blender or food processor, combine the bread, remaining olive oil, salt, paprika, and wine.
9.Blend until it forms a thick paste.
10.Stuff the squid with the seafood mixture and seal the opening with toothpicks.
11.Place the squid in a baking dish.
12.Add the tomato to the blender and puree until smooth.
13.Pour the tomato sauce over the squid and top with lemon slices.
14.Bake for 25 minutes or until squid is tender and sauce is bubbly.

PROS

This recipe is a unique way to enjoy seafood, with a delicious stuffing made from shrimp, orange roughy, and tomato.

Squid is high in protein and low in fat and calories.

CONS

Cleaning the squid can be time-consuming and messy.

Squid can be tough if overcooked, so it’s important to keep an eye on the cooking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Squid is an excellent source of protein, with each 3 oz. serving containing about 14 grams of protein.
It is low in fat and calories, making it a great choice for anyone watching their weight.
Squid is also high in vitamin B12, which is important for maintaining healthy nerve cells and making new red blood cells.

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