THE FIRE-REEF TANGLE

(Our Play on Spanish Spicy Squid Pasta)

THE FIRE-REEF TANGLE

Ingredients: 400g Squid (rings and tentacles), 1 tbsp Smoked paprika, 4 cloves Garlic (minced), 200g Tomato passata, 1 tbsp Sherry vinegar, 1 tsp Dried Oregano, 1 tsp Black pepper...

Ingredients

  • 400g Squid (rings and tentacles)
  • 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 200g Tomato passata
  • 1 tbsp Sherry vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Black pepper

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch High-heat stir-fry squid in oil for 90 seconds until charred and curled; remove.
  2. The Architect In the same pan, sauté garlic until golden brown.
  3. The Bloom Add paprika, oregano, and pepper with a 30ml splash of water to form a dark fire-paste.
  4. The Marriage Add passata and vinegar; toss the squid back in and simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. The Final Flourish Toss with hot pasta and a massive hit of raw fresh parsley.

Cuisine: Spanish

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