Pescetarian

Squid Ink Risotto with Seared Squid

66 min 1 serving 620 kcal · 32 g proteinLevel: Expert

The nutritionist's note

Ninety seconds or forty minutes: in between, squid is rubbery, because its collagen contracts before it hydrolyses. Criss-cross scoring helps it stay tender.

Ingredients

1 serving

  • squid200 g
  • arborio rice120 g
  • squid ink10 g
  • white wine70 ml
  • vegetable stock400 ml
  • shallot40 g
  • olive oil16 g

Method

  1. 1

    Clean the squid and score the inner surface in a criss-cross pattern.

  2. 2

    Sweat the chopped shallot (40 g) in the olive oil (16 g), coat the arborio rice, then deglaze with white wine until evaporated.

  3. 3

    Add stock a ladle at a time for 18 minutes, stirring in the ink halfway.

  4. 4

    Sear the squid for 90 seconds over very high heat and arrange on the risotto.

Nutrition facts

per serving

Energy620 kcal
Protein32 g
Carbohydrates74 g
Fat20 g
Fibre4 g
Iron3.2 mg
Vitamin B122.8 µg

Potential allergens

  • shellfish
  • sulphites

Always check the labels of your products.

Frequently asked questions

How much protein is in "Squid Ink Risotto with Seared Squid"?

32 g of protein per serving, for 620 kcal, 74 g of carbohydrates and 20 g of fat.

Is this recipe vegan?

No, it is pescetarian: no meat, but it contains fish or seafood.

What are the allergens?

Potential allergens: shellfish, sulphites. Always check the labels of your products.

How long does it take?

66 minutes for one serving, expert level.

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