As a home cook who loves impressing friends with unique dishes, I prioritize recipes that deliver big on flavor without straining the budget. My Squid à la Provençale is a standout: a Provençal-inspired seafood delight costing just €3.90 per person – perfect for everyday indulgence.
Ingredients for 4 People
- 800 g squid (cleaned by your fishmonger; in rings if frozen)
- 4 tomatoes
- 1 green pepper
- 20 cl white wine
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- Parsley
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 1h30
- Rinse, pat dry, and slice the squid into strips. Thaw if frozen.
- Cut the green pepper into small pieces.
- Peel and mince the onion and garlic; sauté in 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet.
- Add the pepper and cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
- Peel, seed, and chop the tomatoes.
- Add squid strips to the skillet and brown over high heat.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, parsley, white wine; season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and simmer on low for 1h30.
- Serve with basmati rice, for example.
Pro Tip for Prepping Peppers
To easily remove seeds: Push the stem inside the pepper – it detaches, taking seeds with it. Shake to release any remaining seeds.
Budget Breakdown
- 800 g fresh squid: €17/kg = €13.60
- 4 tomatoes (~480 g): €2.50/kg = €1.20
- 1 green pepper (~100 g): €3/kg = €0.30
- 20 cl white wine: €3/L = €0.60
Total: €15.70 for 4, or €3.90 per guest – an affordable seafood triumph.
