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Easy Seafood Squid Ink Pasta

A striking and delicious black pasta dish loaded with fresh shrimp and tender squid.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 15, 2026
Easy Seafood Squid Ink Pasta
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

This black pasta is one of my favorite ways to make a dinner feel special without spending hours in the kitchen. The dark color of the squid ink noodles looks so beautiful against the pink shrimp, and it has a subtle salty taste that reminds me of the ocean.

I love making this for a date night or when I want to impress my friends with something unique. The key is to keep the sauce simple so the seafood can really shine through, so make sure you use a good quality olive oil for the best flavor.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces squid ink spaghetti
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound squid rings
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the squid ink pasta according to the package directions until it is just al dente.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add the minced garlic and chili flakes to the skillet and cook for about one minute until the garlic smells fragrant but not brown.

  4. 4

    Turn the heat up slightly and add the shrimp and squid rings to the pan.

  5. 5

    Sauté the seafood for about two to three minutes until the shrimp start to turn pink and the squid is opaque.

  6. 6

    Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for another minute to reduce slightly and create a light sauce.

  7. 7

    Reserve about half a cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the noodles.

  8. 8

    Add the pasta to the skillet with the seafood and toss everything together, adding a splash of the pasta water if the dish looks too dry.

  9. 9

    Season with salt and pepper, stir in the fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. If you find the pasta a bit dry when you reheat it, just add a tiny splash of water or a drizzle of olive oil to bring back the texture.

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