Grilled Calamari - Cookin From Scratch

calamari

🥗Healthier: octopus

💰Cheaper: squid

Squid is more readily available and less expensive than calamari.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative with a neutral flavor.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne provides heat and flavor at a lower cost.

lemon

🥗Healthier: lime

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar adds acidity without the cost of fresh citrus.

Score the calamari body into ringlets without cutting all the way through.

Slice garlic to extract flavor without leaving pieces in the calamari.

Drizzle olive oil over the calamari to coat it nicely.

Season the calamari with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Add freshly cut parsley and fresh thyme to the calamari.

Toss the calamari to ensure it's evenly coated with the seasoning and oil.

Preheat the grill until hot, then place the calamari on it.

Grill the calamari quickly to avoid overcooking, ensuring nice grill marks appear.

Remove the calamari from the grill and place it on a plate with a base of puttanesca sauce.

Drizzle a little olive oil over the grilled calamari and garnish with parsley.

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