LEMON BAKED SQUID

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     project, appetizer

Time 6h30m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup minced scallions
8 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
12 small whole squid, cleaned, tentacles finely chopped
3/4 pound cleaned squid, sacs cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
12 medium beets
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
1 head garlic
1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1 small red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
2 shallots, peeled and halved
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 cup freshly made dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon minced basil leaves
1 tablespoon minced parsley leaves
1 tablespoon minced fennel leaves
1 tablespoon minced chervil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, scallions and garlic in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add the squid. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Combine 8 of the beets with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a baking dish. Roast the beets in the oven until tender, about 35 to 40 minutes. Set aside to cool. Peel. Cut into 1/3-inch cubes. Set aside. Dice the remaining 4 beets. Combine the diced beets and balsamic vinegar in a blender or food processor, and puree until smooth. Strain into a glass or ceramic bowl. Whisk in the remaining olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the roasted beets and toss. Set aside.
  • Combine all of the ingredients for the onion confit in a large saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 1 hour. Set aside to cool.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 475 degrees. Combine the bread crumb ingredients in a large bowl. Place the whole sacs together in a large baking dish. Place the sliced squid and tentacles next to them. Pour the marinade over all the squid. Top with the bread crumb mixture. Bake until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Spoon equal amounts of sliced squid and tentacles in the center of four plates. Strain the beets, reserve the vinaigrette. Ring the squid with a circle of minced beets. Wreathe the beets with a circle of onion confit. Arrange 3 whole sacs around the center like the spokes of a wheel. Drizzle with the beet vinaigrette. Garnish with chervil. Serve immediately.

Genesia Astrino
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually double the recipe, because it goes so fast. Thanks for sharing this great recipe!


MD Mukul Gazi
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I've tried this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. The squid is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe!


mubeen_ raj01
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This is one of my favorite seafood recipes. The squid is always cooked perfectly, and the lemon-herb sauce is amazing. I usually serve it with a side of rice or pasta, and it's always a hit.


Gilibwa Phiri
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to cook squid. The squid is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I've made it several times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Kaleem Ullahpathan783
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This recipe is a keeper! The squid is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is amazing. I've tried it with different types of fish, and it always turns out great. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!


Azhar Halepoto
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I made this dish for a party last weekend, and it was a huge success. The squid was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I received several compliments on the dish, and I will definitely be making it again.


tarek salah
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or salad.


Nusrat jahan Bithe
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I'm not usually a fan of squid, but this recipe changed my mind. The squid was cooked perfectly, and the lemon-herb sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Elizabeth May Osuolale
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually double the recipe, because it goes so fast. Thanks for sharing this great recipe!


black bird
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I've tried this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. The squid is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe!


Smity Ghosh
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This is one of my favorite seafood dishes. The squid is always cooked perfectly, and the lemon-herb sauce is amazing. I usually serve it with a side of rice or pasta.


Rana Hafeez RANA
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! The squid was tender and flavorful, and the lemon-herb sauce was delicious. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was the perfect meal. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Sergio_408
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This baked squid is the perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and full of flavor. The lemon and herbs brighten up the squid, and the breadcrumbs add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again!