Oven-Baked Squid

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 450 F. Clean and rinse the squid according to the directions on page 40, but without removing the skin.
2. 2
   Arrange the squid bodies and tentacles in a shallow cast-iron pan or other flameproof baking dish.
3. 3
   Stir the olive oil, garlic, salt, and crushed red pepper together in a small bowl, pour over the squid, and turn them to coat with seasoned oil.
4. 4
   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and roast 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove the foil and flip the pieces of squid.
6. 6
   Continue baking, uncovered and turning occasionally, until the squid is tender when poked with a fork or skewer, about 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Transfer the pan to the stovetop and bring the liquid to a boil over high heat.
8. 8
   Cook until the sauce is lightly syrupy, about 4 minutes.
9. 9
   Toss in the parsley and transfer the squid to warm plates or a platter.
10. 10
    Spoon the pan juices over the squid and serve immediately.