Go Back

Soy Calamari and Butter Pasta

Tender calamari cooked to perfection, their delicate flavor enhanced by a light, soy glaze and paired with a creamy butter pasta, this dish is absolutely irresistible.
Print It! Pin It!

Ingredients
  

For the pasta:

  • 16 oz pasta cooked
  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • ½ cup parmesan grated
  • 1 tbsp parsley
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • pinch of chili powder
  • a splash of heavy cream if needed

For the Calamari:

  • 2 Frozen Calamari Steaks
  • ½ tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sweet teriyaki
  • ½ tsp fish sauce
  • 3 tbsp oil

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain.
  • Add the warm pasta to a bowl, followed by the butter, grated parmesan, parsley, thyme, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Stir to combine with a wooden spoon. If needed, add a splash of heavy cream. Set aside.
  • Make the calamari by thawing 2 steaks in warm water, once soft, cut into thin strips. Add the calamari to a bowl, followed by the grated ginger, ground pepper, soy sauce, sweet teriyaki sauce, and fish sauce. Mix to combine.
  • Place a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add the calamari and cook for about 5 minutes or until the pieces have shrunk a bit. Remove from heat.
  • Serve yourself a plate of the pasta and spoon a good amount of calamari on top. Enjoy!