🍝 Calamarata Pasta: the taste of the Mediterranean with Il Belicino oil

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🍝 Pasta Calamarata: il sapore del Mediterraneo con l’olio Il Belicino

Calamarata pasta is one of the most iconic dishes of Mediterranean cuisine: fragrant, elegant, and incredibly simple to prepare.
Its secret? Fresh ingredients and a quality extra virgin olive oil capable of enhancing every flavor.

With Il Belicino 100% Nocellara del Belice extra virgin olive oil, the dish acquires a fruity, slightly herbaceous aroma, reminiscent of true Sicilian tradition.

Let's find out how to prepare it.

🧾 Ingredients (for 4 people)

  • 400 g calamarata pasta
  • 500 g fresh cleaned squid
  • garlic cloves
  • 200 g ripe cherry tomatoes
  • 1 glass of dry white wine
  • Fresh chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil Il Belicino

👨🍳 Step-by-step preparation

1️⃣ Clean and cut the squid

Rinse the squid under running water, remove entrails and outer skin.
Cut them into rings, just like the shape of calamarata.

2️⃣ Prepare the fragrant soffritto

In a large pan, pour a generous drizzle of Il Belicino oil.
Add the crushed garlic and let it brown slowly.

3️⃣ Cook the squid

Add the squid and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Deglaze with white wine and let it evaporate.

4️⃣ Add the cherry tomatoes

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the pan.
Cook over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes until the sauce becomes fragrant and slightly creamy.

Season with salt and pepper.

5️⃣ Cook the pasta

Boil in salted water and drain al dente.
Transfer it directly to the pan with the sauce.

Try our artisanal Calamarata pasta (We only use Sicilian durum wheat semolina, cultivated and milled with respect for the territory. This guarantees a healthier, more fragrant, and richer-tasting final product.)

6️⃣ Cream with raw oil

Mix well and finish with:

  • fresh parsley

  • a generous drizzle of raw Il Belicino extra virgin olive oil

This final step enhances the aromas and taste.

✨ Il Belicino chef's tip

Do not overcook the squid: they should remain soft and juicy.
The raw oil at the end is what transforms the dish into an authentic sensory experience.

❤️ Why use Il Belicino oil

✔ Extracted from Nocellara del Belice olives
✔ Intense fruity aroma
✔ Perfect for seafood dishes
✔ Enhances the freshness of ingredients

It is the final touch that brings Sicily directly to your plate.

🌿 A dish that tells the story of the Mediterranean

Calamarata pasta is not just a recipe… it is a journey through the scents of the sea, sun, and tradition.
With simple ingredients and excellent extra virgin olive oil, every bite becomes an authentic emotion.