SPICY GRILLED SQUID AND GREEN BEAN SALAD
Everyone loves calamari, but grilling is an easy, delicious alternative to frying. Grill the squid whole, then slice it into rings to serve warm or at room temperature, dressed with an assertive vinaigrette - in this case, with ginger, hot pepper, sesame oil and scallions. Cooking over hot coals adds a smoky note, but a stovetop grill works well, too. Any size squid may be prepared this way, but meaty larger squid works best. And, if grilling isn't a possibility, whole squid can also be broiled or roasted.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, seafood, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Rinse squid with cold water, drain and pat dry. Transfer to a baking sheet in one layer. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon peanut oil. Season squid on both sides with salt and pepper, and season tentacles. (If they are small, thread them onto bamboo skewers.) Make sure everything is lightly coated with oil. Set aside.
- Prepare a charcoal grill, or heat a stovetop grill to medium-high. Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil.
- Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons peanut oil, toasted sesame oil, lime juice and fish sauce. Stir in ginger, garlic and half the jalapeño and Fresno chiles (or less, if chiles are very hot).
- Drop beans into boiling water and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until firm tender. Drain and spread out on a baking sheet lined with a kitchen towel. Let cool to room temperature.
- Lay the squid bodies on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until lightly browned (bodies will puff up). Grill tentacles until firm and slightly charred, turning with tongs, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer cooked squid to a cutting board. Let cool slightly, then cut bodies crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Cut tentacles in halves or quarters, if large; otherwise leave whole.
- Place green beans and sliced squid in a large bowl. Sprinkle lightly with salt, then add the vinaigrette and toss to coat with wooden spoons. Add remaining half of the chiles, the scallions and cilantro and toss again. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with remaining chiles if desired and garnish with cilantro springs.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 283, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 670 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
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Kai Lucas
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit! The squid is always tender and flavorful, and the green beans are perfectly cooked. The dressing is also very good, with a nice balance of flavors.
C noe Mlilo
[email protected]This dish was delicious! The squid was cooked perfectly and the green beans were crisp and flavorful. The dressing was also very good, with a nice balance of flavors. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
lucky dog
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of squid, but this recipe was surprisingly good! The squid was tender and flavorful, and the green beans were perfectly cooked. The dressing was also very good.
Loveth Kofoshi
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The squid was cooked perfectly and the green beans were crisp and flavorful. The dressing was also very good, with a nice balance of flavors.
Jemonica Stewart
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the squid and the green beans were a nice addition. The dressing was also very good.
Sharmaake Omar
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The squid was cooked well and the green beans were crisp. The dressing was also very good.
Azeem Ahmad
[email protected]I love this recipe! The squid is always tender and flavorful, and the green beans are the perfect side dish. The dressing is also very good, with a nice balance of flavors. I highly recommend this recipe.
Noemi Zamora
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The squid was tender and juicy, and the green beans were perfectly cooked. The dressing was also very good, with a nice balance of flavors. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyon
Alan Leonard
[email protected]I made this dish for dinner last night and it was delicious! The squid was cooked perfectly and the green beans were crisp and flavorful. The dressing was also very good. I will definitely be making this dish again.
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[email protected]The spicy grilled squid was a hit at our party! Everyone loved the tender squid and the flavorful marinade. The green bean salad was also a nice addition, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I will definitely be making this dish again.
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[email protected]This grilled squid and green bean salad was a delightful dish! The squid was tender and flavorful, and the green beans were perfectly cooked. The dressing was light and tangy, and brought all the flavors together perfectly. I would definitely recomme