Description
Chilli Squid Indian Style is a vibrant and tantalizing dish that brings the perfect blend of spices to crispy squid, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. Marinated in aromatic ingredients and quickly fried to golden perfection, this dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, Chilli Squid Indian Style will elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g fresh squid, cleaned and cut into rings
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup cooking oil (canola or sunflower)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the squid under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix chili powder, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and lemon juice to create the marinade. Coat squid evenly and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated squid in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Toss in chopped cilantro just before serving for added freshness. Serve hot with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 125g
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 200mg