SPICY THAI SQUID WITH CHILES AND CILANTRO
This tangy squid salad has shallot for sweetness, chiles for heat, lime juice and zest for tang, and peanuts for crunch. Combined they make for a deeply flavored and utterly refreshing dish. Here the salad is served as an hors d'oeuvres, either piled on cucumber rounds or scooped into shot glasses and served with a fork. But it's also excellent as a first course served over Boston lettuce leaves.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse squid under cool running water. Drain and transfer them to a paper towel to dry completely. Cut bodies into 1/2-inch rings and halve tentacles.
- Place a large skillet over high heat. Let pan get very hot, heating it for a good 5 minutes. Move half the squid from the paper towels to a bowl, so they don't stick when you slide them into the pan. Add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet. Season squid with salt, slide them into the pan, and cook without moving for 1 minute. Flip squid and cook 30 seconds more. Repeat with remaining squid and oil. Don't overcrowd the pan; if your skillet doesn't fit the squid comfortably, cook them in smaller batches.
- In a medium bowl, combine cooked squid with lime juice and zest, fish sauce, shallot, jalapeño and cilantro. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour (or refrigerate for up to 6 hours, then bring to room temperature before serving). Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve mounded onto cucumber rounds or scooped into shot glasses (and served with a fork), with peanuts sprinkled on top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 87, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 165 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
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Rashida begum
[email protected]This dish is a must-try for any seafood lover. It's packed with flavor and the squid is cooked to perfection.
rhodora padilla
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.
Moosa Sohtra
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. The squid is mild in flavor and the sauce is sweet and tangy.
Daniel Ebinum
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of squid, but this dish changed my mind. The squid was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Xolani Kunene
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make and can be served hot or cold.
Zeyneb Ebro
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are incredible.
Sajan patel
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover squid. It's also a great way to impress your friends with your culinary skills.
Leslie Jackson
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. The few ingredients really let the flavors of the squid and the sauce shine through.
Osita Blessing
[email protected]Wow! This dish is amazing! The squid is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again and again.
AZUBUIKE FAITH
[email protected]Not a fan of this dish. The squid was tough and the sauce was too spicy.
Amber Amber
[email protected]This dish was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland, and the squid was overcooked.
Just Jutt
[email protected]The squid was a bit chewy, but the sauce was delicious. I would probably use a different type of seafood next time.
sk aslam
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the crispy squid. I will definitely be making this again!
Jachin Anderson
[email protected]I love the bold flavors in this dish. The squid is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly spicy. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Na'ol Garamwe
[email protected]This spicy Thai squid dish was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the squid was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.