21K views · 329 reactions | Squid in Olive Oil & Garlic I was able to purchase super fresh squids and so I thought of preparing a quick and easy dish that will really highlight and feature the freshness and natural flavors of the squid. And so here is a simple sauteed squid in garlic and olive oil. Just a handful of ingredients, basic seasonings, and proper cooking technique so that you"ll get a squid dish that's satisfyingly flavorful and tender, you"ll almost forget how easy it is to prepare. When cooking squid, there are two ways to cook it so that you get it tender and not tough and rubbery: 1.) cook it quick, ranging for a few seconds to a couple of minutes depending on the size of the squid and the cooking technique used. 2.) cook it low & slow, or simmer it gently until the desired tenderness or texture has been achieved. ***There is NO middle ground. Squid cooked anywhere in between will end up becoming tough and rubbery. 😁 On this dish, I chose to cook it low & slow so that I also get to infuse the flavors of the aromatics into the squid, further enhancing it's natural flavors. It is important to note that since this is a very simple dish with few ingredients, the quality of your finshed product will rely heavily on the freshness and quality of the squid. Here are your checklist for fresh squid: -firm and plump flesh -shiny and smooth skin -bright, clear, and shiny eyes -has mild aroma of the sea (or no smell at all) -movement of skin pigmentation Since we are working with really fresh squid, washing it is not necessary, and the only parts that I removed from the squid are the "plastic-like" structure and its beak. Washing fresh squid (especially it's inside) will just dilute its natural flavors and you"ll end up with a watery mess while you're cooking it. For the oil, ideally we are looking to use two type of olive oil, one "pomace" variant for sauteing and another "extra virgin" variant for finishing. Of course this is if you have both types. As for this recipe, I just used extra virgin olive oil only, but I made sure to keep my flame to low/medium low throughout the entire cooking process to prevent it from burning or smoking (since olive oil, especially "extra virgin" has low smoke points). Ingredients: -250g fresh squid -extra virgin olive oil (about 1/2 cup, or as needed) -1 head garlic, minced or sliced as preferred -1 small bell pepper, small dice -1 green chili, sliced or chopped -1 labuyo chili, chopped **alternatively, you can just used dried chili flakes instead of fresh ones -salt -pepper -1 tbsp soy sauce (ideally brewed for better flavor, e.g. Kikkoman or Coconut Brand) -1/4 to 1/2 tsp paprika -a pinch or two of sugar -a splash of lemon juice -about 1/4 cup water (for simmering) Procedure: 1.) On a preheated pan (on low heat), add olive oil, then add garlic. Saute for a few minutes until aromatic. Do not brown the garlic. 2.) Saute the bell peppers and chili peppers until soft. 3.) Add the squid, saute for 2 to 3 minutes or until color changes. Season with salt, pepper, sugar, paprika. Add a splash of lemon juice. Continue sauteing for about 2 minutes more. 4.) Add water, turn up the heat a bit, mix everything up and let the liquid come to a boil. Once boiling, switch flame to lowest, cover and simmer, low and slow, about 10 to 15 minutes, until squid is tender, with all the water evaporated and you're left with only an oil-based sauce. 5.) Serve while hot, over steaming white rice, or with freshly cooked pasta of your choice. Finish with an extra drizzle of olive oil, if desired. Enjoy! #squidinoliveoilandgarlic #sauteedsquid #babysquidinoliveoil #squidrecipe #squid #extravirginoliveoil #garlicoliveoil | Chef C's Kitchen | Facebook
Squid in Olive Oil & Garlic I was able to purchase super fresh squids and so I thought of preparing a quick and easy dish that will really highlight and feature the freshness and natural flavors of the squid. And so here is a simple sauteed squid in garlic and olive oil. Just a handful of ingredients, basic seasonings, and proper cooking technique so that you"ll get a squid dish that's satisfyingly flavorful and tender, you"ll almost forget how easy it is to prepare. When cooking squid, there
