Easy Grilled Squid
Grilled Squid is a simple dish that’s super easy to make and tastes delicious. It’s also incredibly healthy and environmentally friendly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Fish, Appetizer
- Cuisine: Paleo, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small squid, cleaned
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Celtic Sea Salt
- Fresh ground pepper
- Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or marjoram
- lemon juice for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the squid very quickly and never leave it sit in water as it absorbs a great deal of water which takes away from the taste and consistency.
- Pat the squid dry. This helps it to cook fast, get crispy and prevents it from becoming chewy.
- Mix the squid with the other ingredients in a shallow bowl.
- Let sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Turn the grill on high, make sure it is really hot.
- Put the tentacles on skewers through the thickest part of the ring so they don’t fall through the grates.
- You can also skewer the bodies so the lie flat. I don’t usually but some people find it a little easier.
- Season the grill. Grill the squid a few minutes on each side They will be done in less than 5 minutes.
- You want the squid to get a little crisp on the outside and remain tender on the inside. Don’t overcook them.
- Serve hot or at room temperature with a squeeze of lemon juice.
- I like to serve on a bed of arugula with tomatoes.
Notes
If you want to add garlic, simmer 2 cloves of garlic in 2 tablespoons of oil on low heat for 1-3 minutes until soft but don’t let it brown. Once it’s soft pour over the cooked squid.
Nutrition information is just for the squid.
Find it online: https://eatwellenjoylife.com/grilled-squid/