Stuffed Calamari in the Oven

Ingredients:

  • 1 kg calamari (squid), cleaned and washed
  • 1/2 cup rice (Egyptian or Basmati)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water