Best 6 Thai Squid Salad Recipes

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Thai squid salad, also known as Yum Pla Muek, is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Thai cuisine. This delectable salad combines tender squid, tangy dressing, and an array of aromatic herbs, offering a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Whether you're looking to impress your dinner guests or simply craving a taste of authentic Thai food, discovering the best recipe for Thai squid salad will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the bustling streets of Thailand.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THAI-STYLE SQUID AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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The secret to cooking squid so it's tender, not tough, is to cook it very quickly in small batches. Tossed with crunchy cucumbers, peanuts, and fresh red chiles, it makes a refreshing summer dinner spooned over rice or on its own.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Salad     Lime Juice     Garlic     Cucumber     Chile     Peanut     Squid     Cilantro     Rice     Dinner     Thailand     Seafood     Summer     Spring

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1 Tbsp. fish sauce
1 1/2 tsp. dark brown sugar
1/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp. (or more) vegetable oil
2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
4 mini seedless or Persian cucumbers, halved lengthwise, sliced diagonally into 1/4"-thick slices
1-2 Fresno chiles, seeded, thinly sliced
1/2 cup salted, roasted peanuts
1 1/2 lb. cleaned squid, patted dry
1/4 cup cilantro sprigs
Steamed white rice (for serving; optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar, 1/4 cup oil, and 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Add cucumber, chiles, and peanuts and toss to coat. Set aside.
  • Make sure squid is as dry as possible, then toss with remaining 1 1/2 tsp. salt. Separate bodies from tentacles.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large cast-iron skillet until smoking. Sear half of the tentacles (don't try to do more than half-you don't want to crowd the pan), turning once halfway through, until lightly charred and opaque, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining tentacles, adding more oil if needed. Add a little more oil, then sear half of the bodies, turning once and picking up with tongs so that any liquid that has accumulated inside bodies can pour off into skillet and evaporate, until lightly charred and opaque, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to plate with cooked tentacles. Repeat with remaining bodies. Thinly slice bodies, then transfer squid to bowl with cucumber mixture and toss to coat.
  • Arrange salad on a platter and drizzle remaining dressing over. Top with cilantro sprigs. Serve with rice alongside, if using.

WARM THAI SQUID AND SHRIMP SALAD



Warm Thai Squid and Shrimp Salad image

Rice noodles turn this warm salad into a main course.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
2 medium tomatoes, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 fresh hot chile, serrano, or jalapeno pepper, cut crosswise into thin rounds
8 ounces squid, cleaned and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
8 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and de-veined
3 tablespoons dark sesame oil
3 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Fold four 18-inch lengths of parchment paper in half, cut into a half-heart shape, and open. In a medium bowl, combine the onion, cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro, chile, squid, and shrimp. Divide the seafood mixture among one half of each parchment heart near the crease. Fold the other half of parchment over ingredients. Make small overlapping folds to seal edges, starting at the top of the heart. Two inches from the end, twist the parchment twice, gently but firmly, to seal.
  • Place the packet on a rimmed baking sheet or in a heavy skillet (preferably cast iron), and bake 15 minutes or until fully puffed. Remove from the oven, and let sit while preparing the dressing. Whisk together the sesame oil, rice-wine vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Open the packet carefully, and transfer the mixture to a serving plate, discarding the cooking juice. Drizzle with the dressing, and serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 g, Cholesterol 132 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, Sodium 510 g

THAI SQUID SALAD



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Make and share this thai squid salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jschilling

Categories     Squid

Time 25m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb squid (cleaned)
1 stalk fresh lemongrass (chopped)
2 kaffir lime leaves (finely chopped)
1/2 cup thinly sliced yellow onion
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon chili oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic
2 scallions (chopped)
10 mint leaves
8 sprigs cilantro (chopped)
bell pepper

Steps:

  • cut squid into small squares.
  • blanch squid for 1 minute in boiling water.
  • plunge squid into cold water immediately.
  • prepare remaining ingredients for dressing.
  • mix with squid.
  • Serve on lettuce bed Chill before serving.

ROYAL'S SPICY THAI SQUID SALAD



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I love any kind of seafood. Squid happens to be one of my son's favorite. The combination of sweet, sour, salty, bitter & the 5th sense UMAMI (savory) makes this one special seafood salad. If you don't care for squid substitute any shellfish of fish. I hope that you will give this a try. BTW, it's so healthy. Cooking with...

Provided by Sherri Williams

Categories     Other Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb squid, cleaned and sliced
1/2 medium celery stalk, thinly sliced
1/2 small orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 small shallot, thinly sliced
1 small thai chili pepper, chopped
1 Tbsp cilantro, chopped
1 Tbsp thai basil, chopped
zest of 1 lime
4 lime kaffir leaves
1 Tbsp sea salt
THAI DRESSING
2-3 Tbsp fish sauce
1/2 tsp ginger, grated
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 1/2 Tbsp palm sugar
2 Tbsp water
juice of 1 lime

Steps:

  • 1. cleaned squid
  • 2. sliced squid
  • 3. boil water, add lime kaffir leaves and salt. boil squid for 4 minutes. do not over cook. drain and place in ice cold water. drain
  • 4. get veggies ready
  • 5. combine dressing ingredients. in a small mixing bowl, combine squid, veggies and dressing. plate up and serve

THAI SPICY SQUID SALAD (YUM PLAA MUEK)



THAI SPICY SQUID SALAD (YUM PLAA MUEK) image

Categories     Side     Boil

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb. Fresh squid
2 stalks green onion, chopped into 2 in. pieces
2 shallots
2 T ginger, sliced
1 stalk lemon grass
2 hot chillies
2 T garlic
2 T lemon juice
2 T fish sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Chop all vegetables and set aside. 2. Combine chillies, garlic, fish sauce, and lemon juice, mix thoroughly and set aside. 3. Cut squid into 2x2 in. pieces, score with a criss-cross pattern, then boil until cooked thoroughly. After cooking, remove squid from pot and allow to cool. 4. Combine all ingredients in bowl, allow to marinate 1/2 hour. Serve chilled.

THAI SQUID SALAD



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Categories     Fish     Marinate     Low Fat

Yield 6 as a first course

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs. squid, cleaned and sliced into 1/4 inch thick rings
2 quarts salted water
2 Tbs. fresh grated gingerroot
2 Tbs. garlic, minced
1 Tsp. crushed red pepper flake
2 Tbs. soy sauce
1 Tbs. lime juice
2 Tbs. sweet chili sauce (buy in bottle, also known as spring roll dipping sauce)

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil and add squid. Boil for 45 seconds to a minute, just until done, drain and top with ice to stop cooking. In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients and whisk well to mix. Add cooked squid rings and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight. Serve cold. Will keep 3 days in refrigerator.

Tips:

  • For the freshest squid, look for ones that are firm and have a slightly translucent body. Avoid any squid that is discolored or has a slimy texture.
  • When cleaning the squid, be sure to remove the ink sac, which is located near the head. The ink sac can make the squid taste bitter.
  • To blanch the squid, bring a pot of water to a boil and add the squid. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the squid is just cooked through. Immediately transfer the squid to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili peppers. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • To assemble the salad, combine the squid, dressing, red onion, cucumber, cilantro, and mint in a bowl. Toss to coat.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Thai squid salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is also a great way to use up leftover squid. With its bright flavors and textures, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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