Squid (or calamari) is one of the most popular Greek seafood, but grilling it is a quite demanding task. All you need to do is keep track of time and temperature, and your reward will be a juicy and tender squid.
Grilled Squid (calamari) with couscous
In our version, this traditional Greek “mezes” gets upgraded by Messino Lemon Balsamic Cream, which adds zesty flavour and intensity. A colourful and light couscous with peppers and parsley is the perfect companion to your grilled squid. If you want to serve this dish on a special day, just garnish it with Messino Lemon Pearls to impress everyone. In any case, this combination of seafood freshness and citrusy flavours come together to create a delicious dish.
Servings Αναμονή
4 25minutes
Ingredients:
- 900 g Olive oil
- 300 gr couscous
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 1 Yellow bell pepper
- 1 Zucchini
- 1 lime zest and juice
- 1/2 bunch parsley
- Olive oil
- Messino Lemon Balsamic cream
- Optionally, Messino Lemon Pearls
- Salt
- Vegetable broth
Instructions:
For the couscous
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Place a large pot on heat, add water, vegetable broth, and salt, and bring it to a boil
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Add the couscous and boil according to the packaging instructions
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When couscous is ready, drain it and put it in a bowl with a little olive oil
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Wash the bell peppers and the zucchini and grill them on a griddle pan until they get soft
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Chop the vegetables into small cubes, finely chop the parsley and add everything to the couscous
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Squeeze and zest the lime. Add the zest to the couscous mix and pour with lime juice. Stir everything well with a spoon
For the grilled squid
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Wash the squid, discard the beak, quill, and guts (the inner parts), and dry the squid’s mantle with paper. Separate the mantle from the wings with a knife
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Check when the barbecue temperature is high enough or wait until your griddle pan is very hot. Grill your squids for a total of 6 minutes, 3 minutes on each side. When squids turn in a milky, creamy colour, they are ready
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Serve them on the aromatic couscous and glaze them with Messino lemon balsamic Cream. Season with salt, and enjoy!
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You can optionally add lemon pearls for impressive looks and explosive taste
Extra tip
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You can use either a barbecue or a griddle pan to grill your squid. You will get the same tasty result as long as you do not exceed cooking time!