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Squid Ink Risotto

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Ago Tanfossi

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Published on March 13, 2026

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Squid ink risotto with sautéed squid is a truly flavorful seafood appetizer, perfect for many occasions!

Squid ink risotto is a testament to the balance between umami and freshness, where squid ink adds depth without being overpowering. The cleaned and sautéed squid add texture and flavor, while the fish broth and white wine maintain lightness. It is a dish that enhances seasonality and precision, perfect for those who want a rich but not complicated appetizer, made with respect for the ingredients.

Capolavoro Score 4/5 · 6 votes
Squid Ink Risotto

Ingredients

  • 10.7 oz Rice
  • 10 oz Small cleaned squid
  • 0.5 oz Squid ink
  • 4 1/4 cup Fish broth
  • 1 White Wine
  • 1 garlic
  • to taste oil
  • to taste Parsley
  • to taste Salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    To prepare the squid ink risotto, first make sure the fish broth is hot and the squid are well cleaned. Remove the tentacles from the mantle and cut about half into small pieces and the other half into thin strips.

  2. 2

    In a saucepan, pour the oil and a clove of garlic in the peel. Let it flavor, then add the diced squid and mix well. Sauté for about 10 minutes, then remove the garlic and add the rice. Toast it over high heat, stirring frequently.

  3. 3

    Add a pinch of salt and deglaze with white wine. When the alcohol has completely evaporated, bring the rice to the cooking point by adding hot fish broth. Make sure the rice is always covered, without using too much broth.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, in a hot pan, add a drizzle of oil and the squid strips. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Chop the parsley as well.

  5. 5

    When the rice is almost cooked, about 2 minutes before, add the squid ink; mix well and adjust salt if necessary. Add a drizzle of oil to cream the risotto and season with a good portion of chopped parsley.

  6. 6

    Plate and place the squid strips in the center. Garnish with chopped parsley, add a drizzle of raw oil and serve the squid ink risotto hot.

Ago's Notes

  • Adjust the salt according to the salt content of the canned goods.

May the squid ink and Carnaroli rice unite in a hug of flavors, as a true dish deserves. Enjoy every bite, it is the art of respecting the ingredients and letting them speak.

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