Best Easy Totani e Patate Recipe

Flying squid stewed with potatoes in a Neapolitan one-pot family dinner. This high protein mediterranean dish is a fresh, hearty meal that stretches seafood into a satisfying comfort dish.

Cook 60 min Difficulty NORMAL 285 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • cleaned flying squid 1 lb
  • russet potatoes 3 pieces
  • yellow onion 1 piece
  • celery stalk 1 piece
  • plum tomatoes 1 cup
  • garlic cloves 2 cloves
  • flat-leaf parsley 0.25 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
  • dry white wine 0.33 cup
  • sea salt 1.5 tsp
  • freshly ground black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • red pepper flakes 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 24 g 34%
Protein 25 g 35%
Fat 8 g 26%
Serving size 320g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Clean and slice the flying squid into 1/2-inch rings and pat dry thoroughly to remove excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Peel and cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Dice the onion and celery, mince the garlic.

  3. 3

    In a large heavy pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onion, celery, and garlic for 5 minutes until translucent, controlling the heat to avoid browning.

  4. 4

    Increase heat to medium-high, add squid rings, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until just opaque; then pour in the white wine and simmer for 2 minutes to allow alcohol to evaporate.

  5. 5

    Add potatoes, tomatoes, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir, cover tightly, and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 35–40 minutes, stirring once or twice, until potatoes are fork-tender and squid is tender (not rubbery).

  6. 6

    Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in chopped parsley off heat before serving for fresh aroma.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The most important ingredient is flying squid, which gives Totani e Patate its distinctive seafood flavor and tender texture. The potatoes also play a major supporting role, creating a hearty, comforting base that complements the squid and brings the dish together.
Q. Why do you simmer on low after adding potatoes and squid?
Simmering on low heat helps the squid stay tender and prevents it from becoming rubbery. The gentle temperature also allows the potatoes to slowly absorb the flavorful broth, ensuring both texture and taste develop perfectly without overcooking.
Q. How can I prevent the squid from being tough?
For tender squid, avoid high heat for prolonged periods. Add the squid only after sautéing the aromatics, and keep the simmer gentle and covered. Quick sautéing followed by a long, gentle braise keeps the rings moist and soft.
Q. What is the calorie and protein content per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 285 kcal and 25g of protein. This means Totani e Patate is a high-protein, balanced dish, with protein making up about 35% of the calories, ideal for a nutritious Mediterranean meal.
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