Calamari with sauce

Squids in tomato sauce, easy and delicious, perfect for the days of fasting.

Preparation: 20 minutes | Cooking: 40 minutes | Total: 60 minutes
Recipe for: 4 servings 

Nutrients for 1 serving
Calories: 440 calories | Fat: 18 gr. 

Recipe Ingredients:

• Cleaned small squids: 1 pound 
• Olive oil: 1/4 cup
• Chopped onion: 1 large
• Chopped green pepper: 1 medium (sweet or hot)  
• Chopped garlic: 2 cloves
• White dry wine: 1/2 cup  
• Chopped tomatoes: 700 gr. (Fresh or canned)  
• Salt and pepper: as you like  
• Sugar: 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of tea (depending on how sour is the tomato)  
• Sweet paprika: 1/2 teaspoon  

Instructions:

1. Put in the heat the olive oil in a saucepan and add the onion and pepper. Stir regularly to prevent darkening, for 7 to 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 2 minutes. 
2. Add the calamari (cut in thick slices) and cook them for 3 minutes, stirring regularly. 
3. Add the wine and after letting it evaporate for 1 to 2 minutes, add the remaining ingredients. Let it boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, until the squids are tender and the sauce thickens. Add some water if necessary.  
4. Serve it hot with rice or boiled potatoes and lettuce salad.

Source: Radicio