Parmesan-crusted Calamari Kebabs

Ingredients

• 1 pound cleaned calamari tubes (about 15 )
• 30 (6-inch) wooden skewers
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup panko*
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 1 large egg white, lightly beaten
• Roasted Red Pepper and Basil Sauce

Preparation

1. Slice tubes in half lengthwise. Thread onto skewers. Combine cheese and next 4 ingredients in a shallow dish. Brush egg white lightly over squid. Dredge squid into breadcrumb mixture.
2. Place skewers on a lightly greased rack in a broiler pan. Broil calamari 5 1/2 inches from heat 2 to 4 minutes or until golden. Serve warm with Roasted Red Bell Pepper and Basil Sauce.
3. *Panko, or Japanese breadcrumbs, is available in Asian or gourmet grocery stores.