For the Shabu Shabu
- Squid 1 (from 500 g)
- Salt to taste
- 5 g Lemon juice
- 20 g European extra virgin olive oil
For the cherry tomato sauce:
- 100 g Cherry tomatoes
- Salt to taste
Finishing touches:
- 50 g Basil pesto
- 5 g Toasted pine nuts
- Basil 1 sprig
For the Shabu Shabu
For the cherry tomato sauce:
Finishing touches:
For the shabu shabu:
Clean and remove the intestines and skin of the squid. With a knife, cut into the head of the squid both vertically and horizontally, creating a net-like pattern for the squid to curl up during cooking. In a saucepan, blanch the squid in boiling salted water for a few seconds, then drain and pat dry on paper towels. In a bowl, season the squid with all the seasonings.
For the cherry tomato sauce:
Blend the cherry tomatoes with a blender until smooth and homogeneous. Next, strain through a strainer and season with salt.
Finishing touches:
In a serving dish, spread the basil pesto and cherry tomato sauce. Lay the squid shabu shabu, complete with the toasted pine nuts and basil.
Source: https://chefincamicia.com/ricetta/shabu-shabu-di-calamaro/