To prepare the calamaria gemista stuffed squid rice recipe, you will first need to gather your ingredients. You will need the following ingredients: 1 cup (240 g) of shredded kalamata olives 2 tablespoons (60 ml) kosher salt 1 teaspoon (0.5 tsp) dried oregano 1 tablespoon (2.5 dill weeds) chopped parsley 1 pound (450 grams) fresh or dried fennel seeds 2 teaspoons (1.25 lb) brown rice 1 1/2 cups (250 gram) water 1 chopped thyme (optional)