Roasted Squid with Garlic
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This roasted squid with garlic is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you've spent all day cooking. The squid gets incredibly tender when roasted with plenty of garlic, olive oil, and a splash of white wine, creating this amazing savory sauce. What I love most is that squid is packed with selenium and B vitamins that support energy and brain health, plus it's surprisingly affordable. The whole dish is straightforward enough for a weeknight but impressive enough to serve guests. Fresh lemon juice and parsley brighten everything up beautifully at the end.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kgfresh squid(cleaned, tubes cut into rings, tentacles separated)
- 8garlic cloves(thinly sliced)
- 118 mlextra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 59 mlfresh parsley(finely chopped)
- ½ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- 1lemon zest(from 1 lemon)
- 59 mlwhite wine(dry)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the squid rings and tentacles dry with paper towels to ensure they roast properly without steaming.
Tip: Dry squid is crucial for achieving a golden, slightly crispy exterior.
- 2
Distribute squid evenly on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with half the olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper, tossing gently to coat.
- 3
Roast the squid for 8-10 minutes until it just begins to turn opaque. Remove from oven and set aside temporarily.
Tip: Don't overcook—squid becomes rubbery if roasted too long.
- 4
While squid roasts, warm the remaining olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently.
Tip: Watch the garlic carefully to prevent burning; it should be light golden, not dark brown.
- 5
Pour the garlic and oil mixture over the roasted squid. Add the white wine and lemon juice, stirring gently to combine all ingredients.
- 6
Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for another 8-10 minutes until the squid is fully cooked and slightly caramelized at the edges.
- 7
Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Tip: The fresh herbs and zest brighten the dish and add visual appeal.
- 8
Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with any pan juices. Serve immediately while the garlic oil is still warm.
Tip: Crusty bread makes an excellent accompaniment for soaking up the flavorful garlic oil.
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