Roasted Squid with Celery
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Tender roasted squid paired with caramelized celery, garlic, and a bright lemon-herb finish creates an elegant yet simple Mediterranean-inspired dish.
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Ingredients
- 1½ kgfresh squid(cleaned, cut into 5cm rings)
- 4celery stalks(cut into 3cm pieces)
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 5 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 237 mldry white wine
- 3 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped)
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- 1 teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoonlemon zest
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Pat the squid rings dry with paper towels to ensure they roast properly rather than steam.
Tip: Moisture on the squid will prevent proper browning, so drying thoroughly is essential.
- 2
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the celery pieces and sauté for 4-5 minutes until lightly golden, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Don't rush this step—allowing the celery to caramelize brings out its natural sweetness.
- 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- 4
Push the celery and garlic to the sides of the skillet. Add the squid rings to the center and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sear for 2 minutes without stirring to develop a light crust.
Tip: Crowding the pan will cause the squid to release moisture instead of browning, so work in batches if needed.
- 5
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the white wine and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Toss everything together and sprinkle with thyme.
- 6
Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until the squid is tender and the celery is completely softened.
Tip: Squid can become tough if overcooked, so keep a close eye on it.
- 7
Remove from the oven and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of fresh olive oil. Sprinkle generously with fresh parsley and lemon zest.
Tip: The fresh herbs and zest add brightness that balances the richness of the roasted elements.
- 8
Serve immediately while still warm, dividing squid and celery evenly among plates and spooning the pan juices over each portion.
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