Cook Pasta : Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook squid ink pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.

Prepare Sauce Base : In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and chili flakes. Sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant, but do not let garlic burn.

Cook Squid (Optional) : If adding seafood, add sliced squid or calamari to the skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes until tender.

Deglaze Pan : Pour in white wine (optional) and let it reduce for 2–3 minutes to enhance flavor.

Combine Pasta u0026 Sauce : Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency.

Season u0026 Garnish : Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.