Roasted Squid with Ginger
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This roasted squid with ginger is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour. Fresh ginger isn't just delicious here; it's also wonderful for digestion and reducing inflammation in your body. The best part? Squid is incredibly affordable at most markets and cooks so quickly that you'll have an impressive, restaurant quality dish on the table faster than you'd expect. The combination of soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of honey creates this perfect savory sweet glaze that makes the tender squid absolutely irresistible. Trust me, once you try this, you'll be making it again and again.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kgfresh squid(cleaned, tubes cut into rings, tentacles halved)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh ginger(minced)
- 5garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 2 tablespoonsrice vinegar
- 2 tablespoonssesame oil
- 1 tablespoonhoney
- ½ teaspoonred chili flakes
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3green onions(chopped, whites and greens separated)
- 1 tablespoonsesame seeds(toasted)
- 1lime(juice only)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the squid dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning and caramelization during roasting.
Tip: Dry squid is crucial—moisture prevents browning and creates steam instead of a flavorful crust.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced ginger, minced garlic, and red chili flakes until well combined.
Tip: Prepare this marinade while the oven preheats to save time.
- 3
Toss the squid pieces with the marinade in a large bowl, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Let sit for 5-8 minutes at room temperature.
Tip: Don't marinate too long or the acid may toughen the delicate squid meat.
- 4
Spread the squid in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and scatter the white parts of the green onions over top.
Tip: A single layer ensures even roasting and allows edges to caramelize beautifully.
- 5
Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the squid is opaque and the edges are golden and slightly charred.
Tip: Squid cooks quickly; avoid overcooking or it becomes rubbery.
- 6
Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with fresh lime juice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onion greens.
Tip: The lime juice adds brightness that complements the rich ginger and umami flavors.
- 7
Serve immediately while still warm, with steamed rice or noodles on the side to capture the flavorful pan juices.
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