Calamari
Nomsa Mokoena
10 Feb 2026
Prep
20 mins
Cook
10 mins
Serves
4 People
Calories
250 calories
Savor the taste of the Mediterranean with this vibrant calamari dish, featuring tender squid sautéed in garlic and olive oil, brightened by lemon and smoked paprika. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special seafood feast.
IngredientsWhat you need
- 600 grams cleaned calamari tubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Method
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
- 2
Add the cleaned calamari tubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 4
Grill the calamari for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and slightly charred.
- 5
Remove the calamari from the grill and let rest for a minute.
- 6
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Nutrition per serving
Fat
12g
Carbs
10g
Protein
30g
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Comments
Delicious! Will definitely make again.
Perfectly tender and incredibly flavorful.
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Nomsa Mokoena
10 February 2026
Nutrition per serving
Fat
12g
Carbs
10g
Protein
30g
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