Spicy Vodka Pasta with Fried Calamari

Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Soak the calamari in milk.
  2. 2Whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Dredge the calamari in the mixture until coated.
  3. 3Deep fry the coated calamari in 350°F oil.
  4. 4Toss the fried calamari with the ranch seasoning.
  5. 5Sauté the onion in a pan with olive oil. Add the tomato paste and mix until combined.
  6. 6Deglaze the pan with vodka, then stir in the heavy cream.
  7. 7Transfer the mixture to a blender and process until smooth.
  8. 8Boil the pasta shells in water.
  9. 9Add the blended sauce back into the pan, whisk in the butter until melted, and toss in the cooked pasta.
  10. 10Serve the pasta topped with burrata, basil, and a drizzle of olive oil, accompanied by the fried calamari.

Ingredients

  • 1 package calamari
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning
  • 1 bag pasta shells
  • 1 whole onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup vodka
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 ball burrata
  • 2 leaf basil (optional)
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil (optional)

Equipment

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