Lemon Pepper Grilled Calamari Recipe
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
40 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
65 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Lemon Pepper Grilled Calamari Recipe
Description
This recipe starts with thoroughly cleaned calamari tubes soaked in lemon juice for 40 minutes, which mildly cures the squid and imparts a fresh citrus tang. The tubes are grilled indirectly at medium heat just until firm and cooked through, taking care to avoid overcooking that would toughen the calamari. After grilling, the tubes are cut into rings and tossed with cracked black pepper and minced fresh parsley. By grilling whole tubes rather than pre-cut pieces, the calamari retains moisture and cooks more evenly.
This grilled calamari works well served hot right off the grill. It can be offered as a simple seafood appetizer or paired with light salads or grilled vegetables. The lemon marinade and fresh herbs balance the natural flavor of the squid without overpowering it.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound calamari tubes only
- 1 cup lemon juice fresh
- black pepper freshly cracked
- 1 tablespoon parsley minced, fresh
Instructions
- Clean calamari tubes well, running water through the inside. If there is a small membrane or muscle still attached at the bottom, cut this off so water can flow freely through the cylinder. Pat tubes dry.
- In a shallow dish, lie whole calamari tubes in a single layer. Cover with fresh lemon juice. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 40 minutes.
- Heat grill to high heat. Remove calamari tubes from the refrigerator and drain lemon juice. Brush grill with vegetable oil and heat to a medium temperature.
- Place calamari tubes on indirect grill heat for 2-3 minutes per side do not overcook. Calamari should be white and firm.
- Remove from grill to a cutting board. Cut calamari into rings and place into a medium mixing bowl. Toss with cracked pepper and finely chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately and while hot. Enjoy your Lemon Pepper Grilled Calamari!
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 65 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 65kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 132mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 26mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 105IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 27.6mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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