Calamari a la Plancha Recipe
A spicy, Spanish-inspired calamari dish boasts rich flavor from fresh garlic and parsley.
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Instructions
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Heat two large sauté pans on high for 3-4 minutes until very hot.
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Pat calamari dry and season with salt.
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Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to one pan and cook calamari for 4 minutes, until it releases liquid.
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Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the second pan. Transfer calamari to this second pan using a slotted spoon, leaving behind the juices.
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Return the second pan to heat. Add garlic and tentacles; cook until calamari is browned.
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Stir in parsley and pepper flakes, then remove from heat.
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Portion calamari onto four plates, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, and garnish with sea salt and a lemon wedge.