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Deep-Fried Squid with Lime
Crispy deep-fried squid rings dredged in a seasoned flour mix and served with a fresh wedge of lime.
Spaghetti Arrabiata with Squid
Boil spaghetti while sautéing onion, garlic, chili, and tomatoes. Simmer with squid and basil, then toss with pasta and lemon.
Paella
An authentic Spanish seafood and chicken paella featuring chorizo, calasparra rice, saffron, and fresh mediterranean seafood for a hearty meal.
Seafood Laksa
A fragrant coconut-based seafood soup with monkfish, squid, prawns, and vermicelli noodles finished with fresh herbs and spring onions.
Thai Seafood Salad and Chicory
King prawns, squid, and crab with lime, chilli, and coriander served in fresh chicory boats for a vibrant Thai appetizer.
Chorizo-stuffed Squid with Sage, Potatoes, Peas, Capers and Aioli
Squid stuffed with chorizo paste, pan-fried with buttery sage, served alongside crispy potatoes, peas, capers, and homemade garlic aioli.
Salt Cod Brandade With Seared Squid
A Mediterranean classic featuring smooth salt cod brandade topped with griddled squid, garlic croutons, parsley oil, and ink vinaigrette.
Deep-Fried Calamari with Lemon Mayonnaise
Crispy self-battered squid strips deep-fried until golden and served with a zesty herb-infused mayonnaise.
Bouillabaisse with Fresh Shrimps and Squid, Chilli Croûtons and Rouille
A luxurious fish stew featuring shrimp, squid, and white fish served with spicy croûtons and homemade creamy rouille.
Calamari Frites
Deep-fried squid rings served with a vibrant palm heart and papaya dressing, finished with a fresh squeeze of lime.
Grilled Halibut Steak with a Seafood and Vegetable Broth, Crisp Squid and Béarnaise Sauce
Grilled halibut steaks served in a saffron-infused vegetable broth with crispy deep-fried panko squid and a homemade béarnaise sauce.
Smoked Trout and Calamari with Apple and Kohlrabi Slaw in Ginger Broth
Grilled smoked trout and crispy deep-fried squid served over a fresh kohlrabi apple slaw within a fragrant ginger broth.
Sardinian Fregola with Seafood
A traditional Sardinian pasta dish featuring small fregola pearls cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce with various fresh seafood.
Squid Two Ways with Cracked Black Pepper and Chilli
Prepare baby squid two ways: chargrilled with black pepper and pan-fried with spicy chilli flakes and lemon.
Calamari Ripieni
Squid stuffed with a savory mixture of bread, pine nuts, and anchovies, baked until golden and served with radicchio salad.
Grilled Calamari, Watermelon, Olives, Goats’ Curd and Crisp Vine Leaves
Grilled charred squid served with cold watermelon, olives, tangy goats' curd, and crispy vine leaves for a refreshing summer dish.
Catalan-Style Squid and Octopus Stew
Squid and octopus cooked with Spanish flavours of smoked paprika and saffron, served simply with crusty bread.
Cauliflower and Chorizo Risotto with Seared Squid
Squid and chorizo risotto featuring arborio rice, cauliflower florets, and white wine, topped with seared squid and fresh cress.
Chargrilled Squid with Creamy Ponzu Dressing
Quickly griddled squid served with a citrusy, mayonnaise-style ponzu dressing and fresh herb salad.
Crisp Breadcrumbed Squid with Creamy Ponzu Dressing and Chinese Leaf Salad
Hot crisp breaded squid rings served with a tangy citrus dressing and a fresh, crunchy Chinese leaf salad.
Crispy Breadcrumbed Squid with Creamy Ponzu Dressing
Crispy panko-coated squid rings served with a smooth, zesty ponzu and chilli-garlic mayonnaise dressing.
Deep-Fried Squid with Yuzu Mayonnaise
Crispy fried squid rings served with a tangy, homemade yuzu-infused mayonnaise and fresh herb garnish.
Lemon Chicken and Blackbean Squid with Stir-Fried Rice
A quick Chinese-inspired meal featuring honey-lemon chicken, savory black bean squid, and fragrant sesame stir-fried rice.
Panko-Coated Squid with Palm Sugar and Coriander Pesto
Crispy deep-fried squid rings served with a vibrant Asian-inspired pesto made from palm sugar, chili, and fresh coriander.
Salt and Pepper Breaded Squid with Chilli Dip and Coriander Salad
Crispy fried squid rings seasoned with Sichuan peppercorns, served alongside a homemade sweet chilli dip and pickled cucumber salad.
Salt and Pepper Chilli Squid with Pak Choi
A speedy and spicy stir-fry featuring seasoned squid atop steamed and sautéed ginger-garlic pak choi.
Squid Ink Risotto with Chargrilled Marinated Squid
Rich squid ink risotto topped with freshly marinated, chargrilled squid rings and tentacles for a striking and flavorful seafood dish.
Squid with Black Bean Sauce and Deep-Fried Squid Rings with Yuzu Dressing
Stir-fried squid in homemade black bean sauce paired with crispy deep-fried squid rings and a tangy yuzu-infused dressing.
Stir-Fried Sichuan-Style Green Pepper and Squid with Green Pepper Pilau
Savoury basmati rice pilau served with spicy Sichuan stir-fried squid and peppers, finished with a rice wine vinegar glaze.
Taglierini with Squid and Oven-Roasted Tomato Sauce
Handmade taglierini pasta served with slow-roasted plum tomatoes, tender sautéed squid, white wine, and fresh basil.
Tempura Squid and Prawns with Coriander Salsa
Seafood in crisp tempura batter served with a fresh coriander and mint spicy salsa dressing.
Chargrilled Squid
Slit and marinate squid with lime and chilli, then griddle and serve over seasoned couscous with pine nuts and dill.
Salt and Chilli Squid with Hot and Sour Dipping Sauce
Crispy deep-fried baby squid rings served with a spicy citrus and soy dipping sauce and fresh parsley garnish.
Seafood Paella
A quick seafood paella made by sweating vegetables, simmering rice with cockles, mussels, squid, and finishing with fresh parsley.
Tempura Squid
Crispy deep-fried squid strips served with a homemade tomato and onion chutney.
Grilled Squid with Lime and Thyme
Marinated squid griddled quickly until charred, then drizzled with a fresh lime and thyme dressing and seasoned with sea salt.
Roasted Chicken Thighs with Squid and Pipérade
Succulent chicken thighs and squid simmered in a coarse pepper and tomato pulp with salty Serrano ham and smoky paprika.
Squid with Chorizo and Beans
Pan-fried squid served over a warm bed of simmered chorizo, white beans, and chicken stock, topped with fresh rocket.
Braised Pork Cheeks with Polenta and Squid
Slow-braised spiced pork cheeks served with creamy parmesan polenta, sautéed kale, and pan-fried squid for a sophisticated surf-and-turf dish.
Stir-Fried Squid with Chilli and Basil
Flash-fried squid with chillies, basil, and oyster sauce creates a fabulous and speedy supper using simple stir-fry techniques.
Seafood Ramen
An authentic seafood ramen requiring overnight marinating for exceptional results, featuring homemade salt base, chicken stock, and fresh seafood.
Fideuá
A Valencian one-pot seafood dish similar to paella, using short vermicelli noodles instead of rice with a rich homemade stock.
Squid with Oriental Dressing
A quick starter or light supper featuring griddled squid tossed in a zingy citrus, ginger, and soy dressing.
Grilled Squid with Lemon, Garlic and Cumin
Quickly grilled marinated squid served with fresh citrus, aromatic cumin, and coriander. Perfect for a sustainable seafood dinner.
How to Prepare and Cook Squid
Simple steps to delicious fried squid flavoured with mint, chilli, lime and coriander in under thirty minutes.
Seafood Pasta with a Light Curry Sauce
Homemade pasta served with pan-seared prawns, salmon, and squid in a creamy, mild curry and white wine reduction sauce.
Chargrilled Squid with Sauce Vierge
Tender scored squid chargrilled until charred, served with a warm Mediterranean sauce of olives, tomatoes, garlic, and capers.
Squid with Herb Salad
Crispy fried squid served atop a fresh, zesty herb salad dressed with lime and sesame oil.
Squid and Prawns with Chilli and Marjoram
A quick stir-fry of squid and prawns infused with fragrant lemon zest, chilli, garlic, parsley, and fresh marjoram.
Burrida
A slow-cooked Italian-style seafood stew featuring monkfish, squid, prawns, and mussels served with garlic-parsley toasted baguette.
Seared Squid, Chorizo and Chickpea Purée
Seared squid and chorizo served with smooth spiced chickpea purée, coriander yoghurt, and a fresh salad leaf garnish.
Chargrilled Squid with Chilli Oil and Salsa
Scored squid tubes griddled with chilli oil, served over a sweet pineapple salsa and fresh salad leaves.
Salt Chilli Squid with Salsa
Deep-fried battered squid served with a spicy homemade chilli oil and a zesty pineapple salsa on fresh lettuce leaves.
Seared Squid Linguine with Cherry Tomatoes
Black linguine tossed with seared squid, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty homemade chili oil featuring parsley and lemon zest.
Slow-cooked Squid and Chorizo Stew
A slow-cooked stew blending squid, chorizo, tomatoes, and smoked paprika for a rich, tender, and deeply flavorful Mediterranean dish.
Baby Squid Stuffed with Chorizo and Feta
Squid tubes stuffed with a chorizo and feta mixture, seared, then oven-finished and served with blanched fennel.
Mackerel and Squid Roll
Flash-fried seafood and vegetables wrapped in spring roll pastry, deep-fried until golden, served with a zesty dipping sauce.
Sea Bream and Calamari with a Chickpea and Radish Salad
Griddled sea bream and crispy fried squid served with a dressed chickpea salad and homemade saffron aioli.
Seafood Risotto
Impress at a dinner party with Rick Stein’s seafood risotto recipe flavoured with saffron, white wine, and fresh shellfish.
Grilled Squid with Noodles
Quick chargrilled squid served over savory stir-fried egg noodles with chili, garlic, lemongrass, and fresh coriander.
Squid Tempura with Citrus Rice
Crispy deep-fried squid rings served alongside fragrant lime and coriander rice for a quick, zesty seafood meal.
Venetian Seafood Risotto
A distinctive seafood risotto featuring a unique Byzantine spice mix, homemade fish stock, and a variety of fresh Mediterranean seafood.
Tapas-Style Spicy Tomato Squid
Tender squid rings and tentacles cooked with burst cherry tomatoes, smoked paprika, and bird's-eye chili for a spicy tapas dish.
Tielle Sétoise (Squid and Tomato Pie)
A French pastry filled with squid slow-cooked in tomatoes and white wine, served with a fresh fennel mint salad.
Beachside Paella
A flavorful seafood and chicken paella with chorizo and saffron, cooked until the rice is tender and lightly sticky.
Caldeirada (Portuguese Monster Fish Stew)
A robust Portuguese seafood stew featuring mixed fish, shellfish, and potatoes simmered in a rich white wine and tomato broth.
Hot and Spicy Thai Squid Salad (Yam Pra-Muek)
A delicious spicy seafood salad combining salt, sweet, bitter, and sour Thai flavors with fresh squid and herbs.
Seafood Pasta with Garlic Bread
A quick seafood pasta featuring mussels, prawns, and squid in a creamy vermouth sauce served with homemade garlic bread.
Seafood Pearl Barley Paella
A Spanish-inspired coastal paella using pearl barley, chorizo, and fresh seafood, baked until tender and flavorful in the oven.
Squid with Chilli and Garlic Dipping Sauce
Delicious moreish scored squid fried until golden and crisp, served alongside a sweet and spicy homemade ginger dipping sauce.
Pan-Fried Squid with Borlotti Beans, Chilli, Anchovy, Parsley and Chopped Rocket
Tender soaked borlotti beans served with scored, pan-fried squid, anchovies, and fresh rocket in a tangy lemon dressing.
Spaghetti with Seafood
A fantastic Italian seafood pasta dish featuring prawns, clams, squid, and courgettes, ready in less than 30 minutes.
Tagliarini with Sea Bass, Squid, Mussels, Clams, Brown Shrimps, Tomato and Parsley
A refined seafood pasta featuring sea bass, shellfish, and squid tossed with fresh tagliarini in a light tomato sauce.
Tagliatelle with Squid and Bottarga
Fresh handmade pasta served with succulent tomatoes, chilli, and squid, topped with salty shaved bottarga for a superb summer dish.
Plaice with Shellfish and Wild Garlic
Pan-fried plaice topped with a rich shellfish reduction, fresh squid, shrimp, and aromatic wild garlic for a coastal seafood feast.
Potato Risotto with Braised North Sea Squid
An unusual twist on classic risotto featuring tender braised squid, diced potatoes, mushrooms, and aromatic spices in a rich stock.
Razor Clams with Diced Vegetables, Chorizo, Sautéd Squid and Wild Herbs
Steamed razor clams and pan-fried squid served with a rich chorizo and vegetable cream sauce inside decorative clam shells.
Tapas Platter
A varied platter featuring spiced almonds, deep-fried squid, pomegranate dipping sauce, almond-stuffed olives, and roasted garlic peppers.
Keralan Seafood Pie
Succulent fish pie featuring coconut, spices, prawns, mussels, and smoked haddock, served with a sprouted bean salad.
Mixed Seafood in a Bengali Broth (Macher Jhol)
A flavorful Bengali fish stew featuring halibut, scallops, prawns, lobster, and squid in a spiced aromatic broth.