Alma Gourmet Cuttlefish Squid Ink | 3.2oz (90g) Jar

You know what? In my ignorance, I was alarmed when I ordered "squid ink" and "cuttlefish ink" arrived. Granted, too, while the written description says "squid" the image of the bottle says "cuttlefish" and I just didn't notice it in my haste to grab squid ink for 14 bucks. You see, I was intoxicated by that rarefied high known as "I told you so." I recently began making my own pasta. I'm not Italian, but I have several (male) lovable, but patronizing, male Italian friends. I asked each one, "Where can I buy squid ink?" And each one sort of chuckled indulgently and said, "Oh, nobody sells that; you have to buy the squid and get the sac yourself (you silly goose)." I even asked in an Italian deli--same response. So when I saw this on Amazon, I jumped. I KNEW it was sold in a jar, and I was right. So like I said, squid v. cuttlefish: After I saw the discrepancy, I looked it up. Apparently cuttlefish is considered SUPERIOR to squid ink: it lacks the aftertaste of iodine, it's packaged to last, and the color is just as black. I used it and was a little worried that the pasta would be gray, but it cooked to a lovely sable black. I think I used a rounded teaspoon? for a pasta for 6. Very pleased with the product!

Excellent.

I used this squid ink to recreate the Seafood Paella I had in Spain. This is a good product. Good taste.

Exquisito sabor, textura excelente Optimo para arroces y pastas, muy recomendado

I use this to paint with and I love the versatility. It is like acrylic and watercolor had a baby. It has become my favorite medium. I especially love painting on wood with it.

Only complaint, not good for cuddling. Excellent for culinary uses. 5*. Bit pricey for the money, can find more for less in the store, but honestly who has time to find somewhere to buy cuttlefish ink? More than just a colouring agent, adds a unique ocean flavour of its own. Umami and salty. Beware the smell. Suggest cooking into something in a way the smell will be covered up, very fishy scent but tasty as a background flavor enhancer.

Love this cuttlefish ink paste! The saltiness add so much flavor into the pasta. I simply mixed a couple tablespoons of the paste with shallots and white wine to get the restaurant quality ink pasta!

Super concentrated. Great for any exotic food to impress guests. Our black rice was delicious!

I bought it several times.. very happy with the purchase. There seems to be an issue with availability, though.

Great quality for the price

Over Price

Great product

Perfect