Spicy Calamari With Bacon and Scallions
Really simple yet the flavors are quite complex. From the November, 2007 edition of Gourmet. It's supposed to serve four as a main course; we found it sufficient for three as a starter (either a tribute to the recipe or just further proof that we love to eat)
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DIRECTIONS
- Rinse squid and dry on paper towels.
- Cut large tentacles in two and bodies into 1/2" rings.
- Cut bacon into 1" pieces and brown in a 12" skillet.
- Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain.
- Turn the heat to high, get bacon fat very hot.
- Toss calamari with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and add to skillet with the scallions and red pepper flakes.
- Saute till just done, about three minutes.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with bacon.
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