Salt and Pepper Squid or Calamari With Cucumber Salad

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 0
Salt and Pepper Squid or Calamari With Cucumber Salad
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g squid , cleaned hoods only
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 lebanese cucumber , sliced thinly ( about 130 grams )
2 green onions , sliced thinly ( also known as spring onions )
250 g cherry tomatoes , halved
1/3 cup roasted peanuts , chopped coarsely
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves , loosely packed
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon peanut oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
215
Sugar
4g
Fat
11g
Salt and Pepper Squid or Calamari is a popular seafood dish that originated from Southeast Asia. It has become a favorite snack food around the world due to its savory and crispy texture, which goes well with a variety of dips and sauces. This dish can be served as an appetizer or a snack. The combination of squid and cucumber salad makes it a complete and nutritious meal for the whole family. The recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, mix together black pepper, sea salt, and lemon pepper seasoning.
2.Add cleaned squid and toss together ensuring the squid is well coated in the seasoning mix.
3.In a frying pan, heat peanut oil and add the squid. Fry for about 3 minutes or until the squid turns golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
4.In another mixing bowl, mix together cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, green onions, roasted peanuts, fresh mint leaves, red wine vinegar, and peanut oil.
5.Serve squid with cucumber salad on the side.

PROS

The combination of salt and pepper seasoning gives the squid a delicious light flavor.

Cucumber salad offers a refreshing contrast to the crispy and savory squid.

CONS

Squid can be chewy if not cooked properly.

It can also be an acquired taste for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Calamari provides a good source of protein and is low in fat, calories, and carbohydrates.
It is also an excellent source of minerals like iron, phosphorus, and potassium.

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