Encornets Farcies Stuffed Small Squid

Delight your senses with the rich flavors of Encornets Farcies, a classic French-inspired dish featuring tender small squid stuffed with a savory breadcrumb mixture infused with fresh herbs, garlic, and a hint of lemon zest. Perfectly browned and simmered in a fragrant tomato and white wine sauce, these stuffed squid deliver a beautifully balanced combination of hearty, aromatic, and tangy flavors. With a stunning presentation and a surprisingly simple preparation process, this dish is ideal for a sophisticated dinner that feels both comforting and elegant. Serve it with crusty bread or a crisp side salad to complete this culinary masterpiece. Keywords: stuffed squid recipe, easy seafood dinner, French stuffed squid, tomato wine sauce, elegant dinner idea.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces small squid (cleaned, including tentacles)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup white wine
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cleaned squid thoroughly. Pat them dry and set aside, keeping the tentacles for the stuffing.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and finely chopped tentacles to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the tentacles are cooked and fragrant.

Step 4

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the breadcrumbs, parsley, thyme, and lemon zest. Mix well.

Step 5

Add the egg to the mixture and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

Using a small spoon, stuff each squid body with the breadcrumb mixture. Do not overfill, as the filling will expand slightly during cooking.

Step 7

Secure the opening of each squid with a toothpick to keep the filling in place.

Step 8

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the stuffed squid for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.

Step 9

In the same skillet, add the white wine and scrape the bottom to deglaze the pan. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, water, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 10

Return the browned squid to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and cook over low heat for 25-30 minutes, turning the squid halfway through.

Step 11

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove the toothpicks before serving.

Step 12

Serve the stuffed squid with the tomato sauce spooned over the top, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1551.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1923.5

Total Fat 67.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 1803.5mg	0%
Sodium 7495.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 28.6g
Protein 137.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 388.0mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 2889.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 30.0%

Carbs: 37.0%