Chipirones Rellenos

Chipirones Rellenos are tender stuffed baby squid filled with a savory mixture of seafood and spices, offering a delicious taste of the Mediterranean. This high-protein dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a unique and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Baby squid - 400 grams
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 100 grams
• Cooked rice - 100 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 small
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Tomato sauce - 200 grams

Steps

1. Clean the baby squid by removing the beak and innards, then rinse them under cold water and set aside.
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes, then remove from heat.
4. In a bowl, combine the cooked rice, sautéed shrimp, parsley, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to form the stuffing.
5. Carefully stuff each squid with the rice and shrimp mixture, leaving a small space at the top to allow for expansion during cooking.
6. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and place the stuffed squid in the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
7. Pour the tomato sauce over the stuffed squid, cover, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes until the squid are fully cooked.
8. Serve warm, drizzled with extra tomato sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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