Small Squid, Puntillita, 900g

Puntillita Small Squid 900g is 900g of puntillita — the tiny whole squid from Andalucia in southern Spain, no bigger than a finger, fried whole and eaten entirely as one of the great Spanish tapas preparations. Puntillita small squid is a distinct and celebrated Spanish ingredient. As a result, it appears on the menus of the finest tapas bars across Cadiz and Sevilla. Furthermore, each whole tiny squid goes into the flour and fryer complete — tentacles, body and all — producing a crisp, intensely flavoured bite of extraordinary character. In particular, the very small size means puntillita cooks in just 45 to 60 seconds in the hottest possible oil.

About Puntillita Small Squid 900g

We source our squid and octopus from specialist Spanish fisheries and trusted Atlantic suppliers. In particular, Spanish waters produce some of the finest cephalopods available — from the tiny puntillita of Andalucia to the great octopus of the Galician coast. As a result, we select every product for its provenance, species and the quality standards of the supplier. Furthermore, freshness and correct handling matter enormously with squid and octopus. However, the difference between a correctly handled product and a poorly sourced alternative is immediately apparent. In particular, squid should be bright white with a mild, clean sea smell — any yellowing or strong odour indicates age. Additionally, pre-cooked octopus from a trusted specialist like El Viejo Pescador removes the most demanding preparation step without compromising flavour. That commitment to quality and provenance drives every decision we make. That is why this product from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Puntillita Small Squid 900g From Us

Cooking squid and octopus rewards a clear understanding of the two entirely different approaches each demands. In contrast to most seafood, cephalopods follow an unforgiving rule — cook them very briefly or cook them very long. As a result, squid rings need no more than 60 to 90 seconds in a very hot pan or fryer. Furthermore, anything between 2 and 40 minutes produces a tough, rubbery result — avoid this window entirely. However, octopus requires the opposite treatment — long, gentle simmering for 45 to 60 minutes per kilogram. In particular, a pre-cooked octopus leg removes this long preparation step completely. Moreover, the tentacles of squid and baby squid taste as good as the body and deserve to be cooked alongside. Additionally, good olive oil, garlic, lemon and parsley suit almost every preparation in this category. That understanding of timing is the key to exceptional cephalopod cookery.

How to Cook Puntillita Small Squid 900g

To get the very best from it:

• Heat oil to 190°C and fry in small batches — overcrowding drops the temperature and produces a soggy result.
• Toss the whole squid in fine seasoned flour and fry for 45 to 60 seconds until golden and crisp.
• Furthermore, puntillita small squid 900g suit the authentic Cadiz preparation — fried whole with nothing but sea salt and a wedge of lemon alongside.
• Additionally, serve on a piece of paper or in a cone for the most authentic Andalucian street food presentation.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

• Sea salt and lemon — the only accompaniments in Cadiz
• A sharp alioli or a salsa verde alongside
• Good bread and cold beer for the most authentic tapas experience
• A glass of very cold Manzanilla, Fino or a cold San Miguel alongside

Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within 2 days of delivery. Squid and octopus are highly perishable — freshness is essential. Furthermore, freeze both on the day of delivery for up to 3 months. However, defrost slowly in the fridge overnight before use. Delivered fresh and ready to prepare.

However you cook it, Puntillita Small Squid 900g brings a depth and character that only carefully sourced cephalopods can deliver. Moreover, great squid and octopus always reward the right timing and the simplest accompaniments.