Food 11/04/2026 01:21

πŸ¦‘πŸ”₯ Grilled Squid with Spicy Herb Dipping Sauce

πŸ¦‘πŸ”₯ Grilled Squid with Spicy Herb Dipping Sauce

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✨ Description

Tender grilled squid with a smoky char, served with a bold, spicy herb dipping sauce. Fresh, zesty, slightly spicy, and packed with umami β€” a perfect appetizer or light seafood dish.

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the squid:

  • 400 g squid (cleaned, cut into rings or tubes)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper

For the dipping sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1–2 teaspoons chili flakes or fresh chili (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or chili oil

For garnish:

  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges

πŸ”₯ Instructions
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1. Prepare the squid

  • Pat squid dry with paper towels.
  • Toss with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Grill

  • Heat grill or pan to high heat.
  • Grill squid for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly charred.
    πŸ‘‰ Do not overcook β†’ squid becomes rubbery.

3. Make dipping sauce

  • In a bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, chili, garlic, cilantro, and oil.
  • Stir until sugar dissolves.

4. Serve

  • Arrange grilled squid on a plate.
  • Serve with dipping sauce on the side.
  • Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

πŸ’‘ Pro Tips

  • High heat + short cooking time = tender squid.
  • Dry squid well before grilling for better char.
  • Balance sauce: salty (fish sauce) + sour (lime) + sweet + spicy.
  • Add sesame seeds for extra aroma.

πŸ”’ Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 220–300 kcal
  • Protein: 25–30 g
  • Fat: 8–12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5–8 g

⏰ Best time to serve

  • Appetizer
  • BBQ meals
  • Light dinner

⚑ Energy-Saving Tip

Use a grill pan instead of outdoor grill for quicker heating and less energy use.

πŸ‘₯ Who will enjoy this dish

  • Seafood lovers
  • Fans of spicy and tangy flavors
  • Anyone who enjoys Asian-style street food

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