GRILLED SQUID AND PLUM SALAD WITH CILANTRO, MINT, AND PEANUTS

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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Nut     Shellfish     Plum     Mint     Peanut     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or to taste
2 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar, or to taste
4 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
1 teaspoon Asian chile paste
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb cleaned small squid
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 firm-ripe medium plums (1 1/4 lb), halved lengthwise, pitted, and each half cut into sixths
3/4 lb Napa cabbage, thinly sliced crosswise (4 cups)
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion
1/2 cup coarsely chopped salted peanuts
Accompaniment: lime wedges
Special Equipment
a well-seasoned ridged grill pan

Steps:

  • Whisk together lime juice, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, chile paste, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Cut squid bodies open to make flat pieces and, holding knife almost parallel to work surface (at a 30-degree angle), score inner side of flattened squid in a crosshatch pattern (do not cut all the way through). Pat squid bodies and tentacles dry and toss with vegetable oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
  • Heat lightly oiled grill pan over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then grill squid bodies, in batches if necessary, crosshatch sides down first, turning once, until just cooked through (squid will curl up as it cooks), about 2 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board as grilled and keep warm, covered. Grill tentacles in same manner. Cut squid bodies crosswise into 1-inch pieces.
  • Grill plums, in batches if necessary, turning once, until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes. Transfer as grilled to a bowl.
  • Toss cabbage with cilantro, mint, scallion, 1/4 cup peanuts, half of dressing, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mound salad on plates and top with squid and plums. Drizzle with dressing to taste and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup peanuts.

Kashif Ali
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Susan Llamas
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This dish is definitely a crowd-pleaser. I made it for a party and everyone loved it.


Madison Rochelle
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The squid was cooked well and the salad was refreshing. However, I think it could have been better with a few changes.


Enoch buahin
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks. For example, I would add some more vegetables to the salad and use a different type of dressing.


Joseph Simbeya
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I found the plum salad to be a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more savory dressing.


f4new1 Khan
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use some more seasoning.


Braylin Ward
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my squid turned out tough and rubbery. I think I might have overcooked it.


Anita Mahar
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The squid is tender and flavorful, and the salad is a great way to add some freshness to the dish.


Alonzo Rodgers
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I love the way the flavors of the squid and the plum salad complement each other. This is a dish that I will definitely make again.


Kaami Khan
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. The squid is grilled to perfection and the salad is light and refreshing.


Chris Dind
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Mohabat Ullah Khan
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I'm not a big fan of squid, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The squid was cooked perfectly and the salad was very flavorful.


Amina Sadek
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squid. I had some squid that I had cooked the night before and this salad was a great way to use it up.


Charles Ngoma
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I had trouble finding squid at my local grocery store, but I was able to find it at a specialty seafood market. The dish was worth the effort, though. It was delicious!


Carey Taylor Taylor
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The squid was cooked well and the salad was refreshing.


amresh thapa
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The squid is grilled to perfection and the plum salad is a great way to add some sweetness and acidity. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Soe Lay
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. The grilled squid was tender and flavorful, and the plum salad was a great complement. I would definitely make this again.


majid ahmad
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This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The flavors of the squid, plums, cilantro, mint, and peanuts all came together perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!


Goodluck Harrison
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The squid was tender and juicy, and the plum salad was a perfect accompaniment. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and exciting way to cook squid.


Rojina Thakuri
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Grilled squid and plum salad is a refreshing and flavorful take on a classic summer dish. The squid is cooked perfectly, with a slight char that complements the sweetness of the plums. The cilantro, mint, and peanuts add a nice brightness and crunch


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