Savor Grilled Garlic Chili Squid for a Quick Mediterranean Feast

Grilled Garlic Chili Squid is a quick and flavorful Mediterranean dish that elevates seafood dining.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Squid

2 squid tubes Fresh Squid Tubes Look for fresh, not frozen.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
1 teaspoon Rock Salt Substitute with sea salt if not available.

For the Garlic-Chili Mixture

3 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves for robust flavor.
1 red chili Red Chili Adjust based on spice preference.
2 tablespoons Parsley Fresh parsley adds color.

For the Finish

1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh juice brightens the dish.

Equipment

skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Thoroughly clean the fresh squid tubes and cut shallow lines in a crisscross pattern.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add squid and grill for approximately 2 minutes per side.
Return the skillet to medium heat, add another tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped red chili. Sauté until fragrant.
Combine grilled squid with the garlic-chili mixture and toss for 20-30 seconds. Finish with lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To maintain quality, enjoy the squid fresh but you can refrigerate it for up to 2 days or freeze for 1 month.

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